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Apple has released a new version of its AirTag tracking accessory that extends its connectivity range and improves how items are located. The updated AirTag uses a second-generation Ultra Wideband chip, similar to the chip in the iPhone 17 lineup, to i… Continue reading Apple updates AirTag with expanded range and improved findability
In episode 451 of “Smashing Security,” we meet the cybercriminal who hacked the US Supreme Court, Veterans Affairs, and more – and then helpfully posted screenshots (and even someone’s blood type) on an account called “I hacked the government.”
Looking for a unique vacation spot? Have at least $10 million USD burning a hole in your pocket? If so, then you’re just the sort of customer the rather suspiciously …read more Continue reading Hackaday Links: January 18, 2026
The critical issue impacts Bluetooth audio accessories with improper Google Fast Pair implementations.
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Researchers have demonstrated remotely controlling a wheelchair over Bluetooth. CISA has issued an advisory.
CISA said the WHILL wheelchairs did not enforce authentication for Bluetooth connections, allowing an attacker who is in Bluetooth range of the… Continue reading Hacking Wheelchairs over Bluetooth
Change Your BLE Passkey Like You Change Your Underwear describes the issues with using a static Passkey, but I would like to know how these risks/vulnerabilities compare to the Just Works scheme; i.e. is a static passkey of "123456&qu… Continue reading Comparison between Just Works and a static "123456" Passkey in BLE Simple Secure Pairing?
Bluetooth is everywhere, but it’s hard to inspect. Most of the magic is done inside a Bluetooth controller chip, accessed only through a controller-specific Host-Controller Interface (HCI) protocol, and almost …read more Continue reading 39C3: Liberating ESP32 Bluetooth
[Distracted by Design] loves gear from the 1980s, though some of it isn’t as useful as it used to be. He happened across a cheap old FM radio with a …read more Continue reading Old FM Radio Upcycled Into Classy Bluetooth Speaker
Apple’s AirPods can pair with their competitors’ devices and work as basic Bluetooth earbuds, but to no one’s surprise most of their really interesting features are reserved for Apple devices. …read more Continue reading Liberating AirPods with Bluetooth Spoofing
The arrival of cheap thermal printer mechanisms over the last few years has led to a burst of printer hacking in our community, and we’re sure many of you will …read more Continue reading Another Thermal Printer, Conquered