Security vulnerabilities in Segway hoverboard software could be exploited by hackers to remotely monitor the location of users, lock them out of their vehicles or bring the device to a halt, causing the rider to fall off, according to security researchers. Using reverse engineering, researchers at IOActive found it was possible to intercept communications between the Ninebot by Segway miniPRO hands-free, two-wheel electric scooter and its companion mobile application to perform attacks.

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