Car computers targeted by virus

Ramrod · 07-02-2005, 14:49

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Many of the vehicles had satellite navigation systems linked to hands-free phone kits, via wireless Bluetooth technology and this was likely how the on-board systems of the cars had become infected, said Melamed.

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NitroNutter · 07-02-2005, 14:53

Beware of unusuall beeps in your bluetooth headset

AndrewJ · 07-02-2005, 17:19

I said it once and I shall say it again, we should all drive Moris Minors 1000cc with the wooden rear end....

And for the sporty a Honda Civic Vtec.

Halcyon · 07-02-2005, 17:34

With everything now going wireless thruogh hotspots, Bluetooth, etc, people really do need to be securing themselves properly against viruses and hackings, as this just goes to show that an insecure wireless system is so easily accessible.

Taf · 07-02-2005, 17:40

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Originally Posted by AndrewJames

.....we should all drive Moris Minors 1000cc with the wooden rear end....

That would be a Morris Traveller

No viruses... just woodworm and algae on the fittings , and the fart on gear changes