2.2 Million Vehicles Exposed to KARR Bluetooth Security Flaw
Fri Jul 24 2026
Automotive
IoT
Mobile
Vulnerability
thecyberexpress.com
Millions of drivers with a dealer-installed KARR Security System are being urged to update their KARR alarm using an iPhone or Android device after researchers uncovered a Bluetooth vulnerability that could allow nearby attackers to unlock or immobilize affected vehicles.
The flaw impacts more than 2.2 million vehicles equipped with the aftermarket security system, but it does not affect factory-installed vehicle software, Apple CarPlay or Apple's iPhone platform.
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