Reports: Underground Hacking Market Targeting Car Security Systems
The Spin
Narrative A
Car theft risks demand a two-pronged response — automakers must modernize security with stronger anti-theft technology, while regulators must tightly control hacking tools like the Flipper Zero. Without both industry innovation and oversight, criminals will exploit outdated systems and freely available exploits to fuel a surge in theft.
Narrative B
The threat of devices like Flipper Zero is overstated — modern cars use rolling codes that block simple hacks. Banning these tools won't deter criminals, who already access black-market tech, but it will punish researchers and hobbyists. Real progress comes from manufacturers updating security standards, not burdensome regulations that hurt law-abiding citizens.
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