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A Malicious SIM Card Can Run Attacker Code Inside the Modems Behind Cellular IoT Devices
A malicious SIM card can order the device it sits in to run commands of the attacker's choosing.
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A malicious SIM card can instruct the cellular module inside an IoT device to execute attacker‑chosen commands. The vulnerability affects modules in electric‑vehicle chargers, industrial routers, and car telematics units. By controlling the modem, an attacker can effectively take over the entire device.
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