The specifics of how it was "rectified in August" are not disclosed; nonetheless, the hackers effectively duplicated Kia Connect capabilities using their own application, enabling them to manipulate automobiles for which the owner lacked a Connect membership. That is logical, since all vehicles must be "Connect-ready," regardless of whether the features are used.
Having spent over 40 years in IT and seeing several transformations as an increasing number of devices became Wi-Fi-enabled for remote access and interaction, I found this piece both intriguing and somewhat unsettling. I am adding this here due to our recent conversations about Connect functionality.
