The Bluetooth chipset installed in popular models from major manufacturers is vulnerable. Hackers could use it to initiate calls and eavesdrop on devices.

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  • SCmSTR@lemmy.blahaj.zone
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    15 hours ago

    Unchecked consumer-grade RF signals that are broadcast in every direction are insecure??

    Color me shocked!

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      7 hours ago

      Well, if these devices required any sort of authentication (e.g. pairing) to free access to their ram and flash, we wouldn’t be having this particular story…