"Hacked Satellite Could Launch Microwave-Like Attacks"

Security researcher, Ruben Santamarta, from IOActive has revealed the discovery of flaws in several popular satellite communication systems used by ships, planes, and the military. These vulnerabilities could be exploited by hackers to perform cyber-physical attacks in which satellite antennas are turned into microwave-like weapons. This article continues to discuss the attacks that could be launched through the abuse of vulnerabilities found in satellite communication systems. 

Homeland Security News Wire reports "Hacked Satellite Could Launch Microwave-Like Attacks"