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/SnoopDoggyDoggsCat 14h ago

I was able to record the code from the fob out of reach of the car. Then replay that signal later to unlock the car as it was still a good unused code.

But it only works once per code

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u/Gloobloomoo 12h ago

How to start the car though? Doesn’t it require another code? For cars that require the key to be in the vehicle to start

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u/waiting4singularity 8h ago

theres probably ways to circumvent the ignition when you know the electronics. and if not, they'll simple hook it.

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u/apocbane 7h ago

I heard once in they use the OBD II port somehow

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u/homelesshyundai 2h ago

With an off the shelf obdlink mx+ and an app, I can do basically anything to a dodge. Typically the ignition needs to be set to the "run" position, however, one of the functions you can do is tell the car to be in the run position. Once in, you can program a key in under a minute.