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Underground Software Fuels Vehicle Theft Risks, Experts Warn

8/22/2025

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A report by 404 Media highlights an underground market for software that allows the Flipper Zero device to unlock vehicles like Ford and Audi.
The method involves intercepting key fob signals through custom firmware.
Experts caution this could increase vehicle theft, reminiscent of the Kia Boys trend.
Hyundai and Kia are currently experiencing theft problems in the UK.

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Story summary

A report by 404 Media highlights an underground market for software that allows the Flipper Zero device to unlock vehicles like Ford and Audi.
The method involves intercepting key fob signals through custom firmware.
Experts caution this could increase vehicle theft, reminiscent of the Kia Boys trend.
Hyundai and Kia are currently experiencing theft problems in the UK.