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An unpatchable flaw in CAN protocol expose modern cars to hack

Researchers from Trend Micros Forward-looking Threat Research (FTR) team discovered a critical security vulnerability in the CAN protocol (controller area network) Could be exploited by an attacker to disable airbags and other safety systems of connected cars, including power-steering and anti-lock brakes. The vulnerability cannot be directly patched with an OTA (on-the-air) upgrade or by recalling the vehicles. To fix the design flaw, it is necessary to introduce changes in CAN standards.”]

Source: https://securityaffairs.co/wordpress/62100/hacking/can-protocol-flaw.html

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