Hackers could create traffic jams thanks to flaw in traffic light controller, researcher says | TechCrunch

Andrew Lemon discovered a bug in the Intelight X-1 traffic light controller that lacks authentication on the web interface, enabling full control of the lights.

Despite trying to prevent a complete light switch scenario, Lemon found that changes in timings could lead to traffic congestion, emphasizing the physical-world impact of the vulnerability.

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