More Jeeps recalled as Fiat Chrysler faces new wireless hacking vulnerability

Posted on 10 Sep 2015 by Cobey Bartels
US automakers are forming an alliance due to incidents like a Jeep Cherokee being hacked by researchers. Image courtesy of Jeep

A further 7,810 US-market Jeeps have been recalled following Fiat Chrysler Automobiles’ (FCA) after a new hacking exploit was found in the 2015 Jeep Renegade sports utility vehicle (SUV).

FCA recalled vehicles affected by a software bug that provides a wireless entry point for hackers looking to take control of the vehicle. The Jeep Renegades affected are the 2015 models, in particular the variants with a 6.5-inch touchscreen built-in. FCA said in an official statement that “more than half remain in dealer hands and…

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