New Bluetooth Flaw Allows Attackers to Eavesdrop on Encrypted Connections
Across the globe, over one billion Bluetooth-enabled devices—including smartphones, laptops, smart IoT devices, and industrial equipment—are exposed to a significant vulnerability that could enable attackers to monitor data exchanged between paired devices. This flaw, known by its designation CVE-2019-9506, stems from weaknesses in the encryption key negotiation protocol used by…