USBKill

USBKill Car & Automobiles Test Results

Most modern cars have some type of USB interface, whether it be for charging, audio, or even firmware updates. Typically cars use CAN-BUS, a system architecture that allows distinct systems to communicate with each other, while providing some separation.
Several tests have been performed on cars - ranging from the USBKill 2.0 on a 'standard' car, up to high-end vehicles, such as Nissan GTRs and Teslas.
Product

Tesla Model 3

Test Date

2019 March 4

Description

The USBKill V3 is tested against a Tesla Model 3. Unlike ICE cars, electric cars naturally have more potential to be prone to electronic surge attacks. After testing, some non-critical parts of the navigation / console were damaged. See the full test video 🠖

  • Tested Model

    Tesla Model 3

  • Tested With

    USBKill V3 Classic

  • Result

    Semi-Vulnerable

Product

Nissan GTR

Test Date

2017 March 4

Description

The Nissan GTR has a USB-port in the console for music and charging purposes. When tested against the USBKill V3, the console system briefly glitched and rebooted - but recovered. However, the USB port was disabled.. See the full test video 🠖

  • Tested Model

    Nissan GTR 2017

  • Tested With

    USBKill V3

  • Result

    Semi-Vulnerable