Dealerships across the United States have installed hidden alarm devices in millions of vehicles. The devices, designed as anti-theft systems, can be hacked through Bluetooth connections, potentially allowing attackers to unlock, track, and disable the vehicles.
2 million vehicles
Vehicles with dealer-installed anti-theft systems are at higher risk of theft, according to one source.
The hidden alarm devices remain in vehicles even if the buyer did not purchase them. This means millions of car owners may be unaware of the vulnerability.
The Bluetooth vulnerability enables hackers to remotely unlock doors, track the vehicle's location, and even disable the engine. The issue affects a wide range of vehicles across the country.
