Bluetooth BMS abuse can disable moving electric rickshaws

Reported real-world attacks used publicly available apps, proximity, and default or missing credentials to abuse EV battery-management systems and shut down moving Indian e-rickshaws. India’s AIS-156 response prohibits sale of EVs vulnerable to Bluetooth battery hacking and expands testing of contactors, charging, thresholds, and firmware; supplier and post-sale lifecycle security remain unresolved issues.