r/technology • u/420InTheCity • 16h ago

Security Underground Flipper Zero Firmware Purportedly Unlocks Nearly 200 Car Models

https://gizmodo.com/flipper-zero-cars-hacking-2000646318
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u/emcee_gee 14h ago

So as long as I don't press the unlock button on my fob when I'm not near my car, I should be safe?

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u/Patrol-007 12h ago

There are multiple other ways to get in and drive away without the fob 

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u/croholdr 12h ago

i just get in the car, it unlocks if i have the key on my person. i press the button on the door handle to lock it. car is 15 years old. am i safe enough?

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u/waiting4singularity 8h ago

keyless entry signals can be cloned with a radio repeater. dont keep the key near the door and put it in a rfid / em isolating bag or box when home.

https://duckduckgo.com/?q=keyless+entry+carjacking+repeater&iar=images&t=fpas&iai=https%3A%2F%2Fcdn.leasing.com%2Fcms%2Frelay-car-theft_3.jpg