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NHTSA Says Other Infotainment Systems May Be Open to Hacking

The number of vehicles in the U.S. equipped with infotainment systems vulnerable to cyber attacks may total 2.8 million double the volume involved in July's software update recall by Fiat Chrysler Automobiles NV to remedy that threat, according to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.
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The number of vehicles in the U.S. equipped with infotainment systems vulnerable to cyber attacks may total 2.8 million double the volume involved in July's software update recall by Fiat Chrysler Automobiles NV to remedy that threat, according to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.

NHTSA has asked Harman International Industries Inc., which supplied the affected FCA "Uconnect" systems, about the possible security risks in equipment it sells to other carmakers.

The preliminary investigation was launched last week. The agency emphasizes it has no evidence yet of a broader problem. Harman's Web site says the company supplies audio systems to BMW, Mercedes-Benz and Subaru, as well as FCA.

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