A team of researchers used a custom-built GPS device to send counterfeit signals to a 213-foot yacht, forcing the $80 million vessel off its course without triggering any alarms. The spoofed yacht was part of the experiment, so no harm was inflicted on the vehicle or its passengers. However, the test highlights the need for a broader understanding of navigational attacks, said University of Texas at Austin researchers.
The team conducted its experiment about 30 miles off the coast of Italy in June.
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GPS Spoof Nudges Ocean-Faring Yacht Off Course
Posted by: Rachelle Dragani August 1, 2013 02:33 PMA team of researchers used a custom-built GPS device to send counterfeit signals to a 213-foot yacht, forcing the $80 million vessel off its course without triggering any alarms. The spoofed yacht was part of the experiment, so no harm was inflicted on the vehicle or its passengers. However, the test highlights the need for a broader understanding of navigational attacks, said University of Texas at Austin researchers.
The team conducted its experiment about 30 miles off the coast of Italy in June.