Bluejacking is the practice of sending unsolicited, anonymous messages to Bluetooth-enabled devices (phones, laptops) within a range of about 10-30 feet. Primarily used as a harmless prank or annoyance, it exploits the Object Exchange (OBEX) protocol to send vCard contact files containing text messages. While typically non-malicious, it can feel invasive
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Bluejacking is the practice of sending unsolicited, anonymous messages to Bluetooth-enabled devices (phones, laptops) within a range of about 10-30 feet. Primarily used as a harmless prank or annoyance, it exploits the Object Exchange (OBEX) protocol to send vCard contact files containing text messages. While typically non-malicious, it can feel invasive
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Election Security Glossary. (2026). Bluejacking. In Election Security Glossary. Retrieved August 21, 2026, from https://electionsecurityglossary.com/glossary/bluejacking
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