Re: [iwar] [fc:GPS-vulnerabilities]

From: Ed Carp (erc@pobox.com)
Date: 2001-09-07 06:48:06


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Fred Cohen (fc@all.net) writes:

> An as-yet-unreleased study on the vulnerability of GPS (Global
> Positioning System) shows that satellite networks are vulnerable to
> disruptions from several causes, including intentional jamming and
> atmospheric effects. 

Well, duh! *Any* system that relies on the reception of RF is suceptible to jamming and interference, even DSSS, FHSS, and UWB.

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