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Is the Bluetooth secure?

Discussion in 'Prius c Audio and Electronics' started by QuantumIguana, Jan 30, 2014.

  1. QuantumIguana

    QuantumIguana New Member

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    I like the Bluetooth feature, I wouldn't answer the phone when driving if the car didn't have Bluetooth. Is the Bluetooth communication between the phone and the stereo encrypted?
     
    #1 QuantumIguana, Jan 30, 2014
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    woah, did you piss off the wrong person?

    Bluetooth is pretty short range, and add on that the car is in motion most of the time, it's probably going to be easier for someone to just tap into your phone then try to keep in distance (very close) just for them to hear into what you're saying on the phone through bluetooth insecurity.
     
    #2 SwhitePC, Jan 30, 2014
  3. eaglesight333

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    Technically your Bluetooth can be hacked. But since it has such a short range, someone would have to be very close. You also would have to be a target of interest (eg: celebrity) for someone to care enough to try it.

    Overall, you are most likely safe from a blue tooth attack.

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    #3 eaglesight333, Jan 30, 2014
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    Shhhh...... NSA is listening!
     
    #4 KK6PD, Jan 30, 2014
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