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This Coin-Sized Device Can Hack a Boeing 737

Wired·August 12, 2026·1 min read
This Coin-Sized Device Can Hack a Boeing 737

Security researchers demonstrated a coin-sized device that can hack a Boeing 737 in under 60 seconds. The device, plugged into an exterior hatch, can redirect the aircraft's autopilot or sabotage its flight plan. The findings highlight critical vulnerabilities in commercial aviation systems, raising urgent concerns about aircraft cybersecurity and the need for enhanced protective measures.

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