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Backdoor threat to self-driving carsCEFR A1

20 Feb 2026

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Adapted from Georgia Tech, Futurity • CC BY 4.0

Photo by Joceline Painho, Unsplash

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  • Researchers found a new danger for self-driving cars.
  • The danger is a hidden backdoor.
  • The backdoor hides in small AI parts.
  • The backdoor stays asleep until used.
  • A specific situation can wake it.
  • When awake, it can control the car.
  • An attacker could threaten people inside.
  • Experts say we need better security.

Difficult words

  • researcher — a person who studies and tests things
    Researchers
  • backdoor — a hidden way to enter or control a system
  • asleep — not active or working now
  • specific — clear and exact, not general
  • attacker — a person who harms or tries to damage
  • security — protection against harm or danger

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Discussion questions

  • Would you ride in a self-driving car?
  • Are you worried about a hidden backdoor?
  • Do you think cars need better security?

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