Kia's Web Portal Bug: Researchers Can Track and Hack Your Car! 🚗

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Summary:

  1. Security Flaw Identified
    Researchers discovered a serious flaw in Kia’s web portal that allowed them to take control of Internet-connected features in numerous Kia models, affecting millions of cars on the road.

  2. Hackers’ Capabilities
    By exploiting this vulnerability and creating a custom app, the hackers could track a car’s location, unlock it, honk the horn, or even start the ignition, all from their own device.

  3. Kia’s Response
    After being notified in June, Kia reportedly fixed the flaw but has not provided further updates despite ongoing investigations. This is not the first security issue with Kia; researchers noted similar vulnerabilities in the past.

  4. Broader Implications
    This web bug highlights ongoing security concerns within the automotive industry, with similar vulnerabilities affecting brands like Acura, Honda, and Toyota.

Read more at: Ars Technica