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Indian Govt Bans Apps Being Misused to Stop E-Rickshaws Remotely (cybersecuritynews.com)

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[–] Tar_alcaran@sh.itjust.works 2 points 4 months ago (2 children)

Wait, mine requires I scan a QR code physically on the device, or typing in the serial number. You can just... connect without any security?

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[–] IcedRaktajino@startrek.website 1 point 4 months ago (1 child)

Yep. The QR code is only the encoded BT address to make connecting in the app easier than....selecting it from a list.

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[–] Tar_alcaran@sh.itjust.works 1 point 4 months ago

Oooof. What an amazingly smart design choice.

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