Universal remote can ‘hack into any car’

A white hat hacker has developed a “universal remote” that is capable of unlocking the latest hi-tech cars and garages. Samy Kamkar, an independent security researcher, says his tiny radio device can bypass “rolling code” security, which keeps new cars and modern garages safe and secure. The idea behind this system is that every time you lock or … More Universal remote can ‘hack into any car’

433,000 Ford cars to be recalled because of software bug – would you have preferred an internet update?

It’s the kind of news which will make some of the more mean-hearted of us chortle. Well, those of us who don’t own Ford motor cars at least. Apparently, Ford has identified a software bug on a number of its car models that means drivers may not be able to turn off the engine, even … More 433,000 Ford cars to be recalled because of software bug – would you have preferred an internet update?