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The reliance of newer jets on computers for everything, from entertainment to advanced avionics may be vulnerable to the system upon which they rely.  While that gaming system on your seat front might be pretty fun on a long haul flight, the interface may be the in for a computer hacker, more here via Wired.

Boeing's new 787 Dreamliner passenger jet may have a serious security vulnerability in its onboard computer networks that could allow passengers to access the plane's control systems, according to the U.S. Federal Aviation Administration.

The computer network in the Dreamliner's passenger compartment, designed to give passengers in-flight internet access, is connected to the plane's control, navigation and communication systems, an FAA report reveals.