Bluetooth May Be Open to Cracking

According to research firm IDC, Bluetooth technology was installed in 92 million wireless handsets, wireless phones, portable computers and other devices in 2004. The number of Bluetooth-enabled products is expected to more than double to 186 million in 2005. Two experts introduced research showing security systems used in many Bluetooth devices are susceptible to security lapses. No Bluetooth breaches have been reported. However, the new findings have some researchers concerned.

Source: Wall Street Journal