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Dennis B. Desmond, Lecturer, Cyberintelligence and Cybercrime Investigations, University of the Sunshine Coast

Worried about your car being hacked? You should be – no matter where it was made

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Earlier this week, the ABC reported a cybersecurity expert hacking a BYD Shark 6 hybrid ute. The expert gained control of the Chinese-made vehicle’s locks, headlights, and audio and video, saying the task “was easier than we were expecting”.

The ABC also reported concerns that cars made by BYD and other Chinese companies may share data – including audio, video and location information – with the Chinese government.

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