Volkswagen’s app leaked internal credentials in plain text—allowing hackers to unlock, track, or even start cars remotely. Your ride just became a rolling data breach. Who’s really in the driver’s seat? #Cybersecurity #IoTFail #HackedOnWheels
https://loopsec.medium.com/hacking-my-car-and-probably-yours-security-flaws-in-volkswagens-app-24b34c47ba89
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