Smashing Security podcast #342: Royal family attacked, keyless car theft, and a deepfake Tom Hanks

Is a deepfake Tom Hanks better than the real thing? Who has been attacking the British Royal Family’s website, and why? And how can you protect your vehicle from the spate of keyless car thefts?

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Smashing Security podcast #340: Heated seats, car privacy, and Graham’s porn video

Do you know what data your car is collecting about you? Do you think it’s right for a car manufacturer to collect a subscription to keep your bottom warm? And just why has YouPorn sent an email to Graham about his sex video?

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Low-tech secret handshake box tests 99.9% effective against car theft

With US car thefts up 25.1% since 2019, it’s clear that high-tech key fob immobilizers aren’t cutting the mustard. But this might: UMich researchers have created a charmingly low-tech anti-theft device that turns the whole car into a security keypad.Co… Continue reading Low-tech secret handshake box tests 99.9% effective against car theft

Remote Driving Controversial in UK, But It’s Already Here

The automotive industry is rushing towards autonomous vehicles as a futuristic ideal. They haven’t got the autonomous part sorted just yet. However, as part of this push, the technology to …read more Continue reading Remote Driving Controversial in UK, But It’s Already Here