Researchers Show Coin-Sized Device Can Hijack Boeing 737 Autopilot

Security researchers have demonstrated a critical vulnerability in Boeing 737 aircraft that can be exploited in under 60 seconds. By accessing an external hatch on the plane, an attacker can plug in a small, coin-sized device to gain control of the aircraft's systems. The device is capable of redirecting the autopilot or tampering with the flight plan, raising serious aviation safety concerns. The findings highlight potential physical security gaps in commercial aircraft that could be exploited by bad actors with brief access to the plane's exterior.