Overview

• Hackers manipulated traffic light systems in California cities like Palo Alto and Menlo Park to play satirical audio messages mimicking tech leaders.
• Messages included impersonations of Elon Musk humorously referencing Tesla and Mark Zuckerberg joking about AI integration.
• Authorities have confirmed that the unauthorized messages have been deactivated and are implementing measures to bolster system security.
• Police investigations are ongoing to identify how hackers accessed the traffic light systems and to address potential vulnerabilities.
• The incident highlights broader concerns about cybersecurity in public infrastructure and the cultural influence of high-profile tech figures.