After hackers hit an Iowa company, cars around the country failed to start

After hackers hit an Iowa company, cars around the country failed to start

Driving after a DUI conviction can be a dicey experience. Many states require drivers, if they want to keep using their cars, to install ignition interlock devices that measure alcohol levels before allowing the vehicle to start.

One of the most common is from Des Moines, Iowa-based Intoxalock, which takes the form of a small box with a plastic tube into which the driver blows. The box then measures the level of alcohol in the breath. You must be below your state’s legal limit to start the vehicle. (In some states, the system will also log your location using GPS and/or take a photo of you every time you blow in the tube.)

The interlock device can only be leased, and it costs around $70–$120 per month.

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3 Comments

  1. oberbrunner.charlene

    This post highlights some important issues regarding cybersecurity and its unexpected effects on everyday life. It’s fascinating how interconnected our systems are and the potential consequences of hacking. Thanks for bringing this topic to light!

  2. orlando.jenkins

    Absolutely, cybersecurity is increasingly crucial in our interconnected world. It’s interesting how a single breach can have such widespread consequences, not just for businesses but for everyday activities like driving. It really underscores the importance of strong security measures in all sectors.

  3. stehr.jody

    the impacts of a cyber attack can ripple out to affect everyday life, as we saw with the cars failing to start. It really highlights the importance of not only securing systems but also having contingency plans in place for when things go wrong.

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