BrianKrebs2d ago

ICYMI (from the not-all-cyber-news-is-horrible dept), a cyberattack on a U.S. vehicle breathalyzer company has left drivers across the United States stranded and unable to start their vehicles. This story positively cries out for a headline-writing contest. TechCrunch reports:

"The company, Intoxalock, says on its website that it is “currently experiencing downtime” after a cyberattack on March 14. Intoxalock sells breathalyzer devices that fit into vehicle ignition switches, and is used by people who are required to provide a negative alcohol breath sample to start their car."

https://techcrunch.com/2026/03/20/cyberattack-on-vehicle-breathalyzer-company-leaves-drivers-stranded-across-the-us/

Cyberattack on vehicle breathalyzer company leaves drivers stranded across the US | TechCrunch

A cyberattack on a U.S. car breathalyzer company has left drivers across the United States reportedly stranded and unable to start their vehicles.

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Show threadKoos van den Hout
@briankrebs company statement: "The company said customers whose devices require calibration may experience delays starting their vehicles."
"Customers" (although I think it's hard to switch vehicle breathalyzer lock company): "Drivers posting on Reddit say that cars are unable to start if they miss a calibration, effectively locking drivers out of their vehicles."
Why do we let companies get away with being so economical with the truth?
Mar 23 at 4:18pmWeb