Researchers Devise ‘VoltSchemer’ Attacks Targeting Wireless Chargers

February 21, 2024 at 12:15PM University of Florida and CertiK researchers unveil the VoltSchemer attack, exploiting voltage noise from wireless charger power supplies without modifying the chargers. The attack can manipulate voice assistants, damage devices, and bypass Qi standard safety measures. The vulnerability lies in insufficient noise suppression, making all wireless charging vulnerable to interference-based … Read more

VoltSchemer attacks use wireless chargers to inject voice commands, fry phones

February 20, 2024 at 04:05PM Researchers at the University of Florida and CertiK discovered the VoltSchemer attacks, which exploit electromagnetic interference to manipulate wireless charging systems. These attacks can cause smartphones to overheat, damage nearby electronic items, and inject voice commands into device assistants. Security gaps were identified and discussions with charging station vendors took … Read more