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tech1 day ago

WhisperPair exposes Google Fast Pair to Bluetooth hijacking in headphones

Belgian researchers warn of WhisperPair, a set of security flaws in Google’s Fast Pair protocol that can let a nearby attacker secretly pair with certain Bluetooth headphones and speakers, potentially eavesdropping on mics and tracking users via Google’s Find Hub. In tests, 17 of more than two dozen devices were hackable, including Sony WH-1000XM6/XM5/XM4 and Pixel Buds Pro 2. Google and OEMs have released fixes, but a bypass exists; with Fast Pair not being disableable, firmware updates from manufacturers are the main protection.

via The Verge|
#bluetooth-hijacking#google-fast-pair#headphones
cybersecurity1 day ago

WhisperPair flaw lets hackers eavesdrop on select Google Fast Pair devices

Security researchers disclosed a flaw called WhisperPair in Google's Fast Pair protocol that could let an attacker within Bluetooth range pair with 17 affected headphones and speakers from 10 brands, enabling microphone access, ambient audio eavesdropping, audio injection, or location tracking. Google says Pixel Buds are patched and has provided fixes to OEMs; some updates require the manufacturer’s app. The researchers demonstrated the vulnerability and noted patches have been rolled out, though workarounds exist and continued vigilance on firmware updates is advised.

via Engadget|
#bluetooth-security#cybersecurity#fast-pair
technology2 days ago

WhisperPair flaw lets hackers hijack Google Fast Pair Bluetooth devices

Security researchers warn of WhisperPair, a vulnerability in Google Fast Pair that can let attackers remotely hijack Fast Pair-enabled headphones and spy on users, with mic access and location tracking possible within about 14 meters and a median hijack time of 10 seconds. The flaw affects more than a dozen devices from around 10 manufacturers (including Sony, Nothing, JBL, OnePlus, and Google). Patches depend on manufacturers and may take weeks or months; users should install official apps for firmware updates and consider factory resets if concerned.

via Ars Technica|
#bluetooth#fast-pair#firmware-updates