Synacktiv security researchers were able to hack Tesla’s Wall Connector in just 18 minutes, revealing serious vulnerabilities in the device’s firmware and communication protocols. They exploited the weakness by downgrading the device’s firmware to an older version with known debug features, then accessed device controls through the charging port. The successful hack reveals the problems with unrecorded update mechanisms and the need for robust security in EV technology.
GitHub hit by a sophisticated malware campaign as ‘Banana Squad’ mimics popular repos
The repository names are identical to other repositories, indicating typo-squatting. These repositories also contain search keywords and emojis, signifying potential AI use. ReversingLabs warns developers
