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This Black Hat conference talk reveals critical security vulnerabilities in the MIB3 Infotainment System used across millions of Volkswagen Group vehicles, including the 2022 Skoda Superb III. Learn how security researchers from PCAutomotive discovered a dangerous exploit chain that allows attackers to gain code execution over Bluetooth, elevate to root privileges, bypass secure boot for persistent access, and control the infotainment unit via DNS channel upon vehicle startup. The presentation demonstrates alarming capabilities including real-time vehicle tracking, activating the car's microphone for surveillance, and stealing personal data from connected phones. The 42-minute briefing is delivered by a team of six security experts: Danila Parnishchev, Artem Ivachev, Mikhail Evdokimov, Aleksei Stennikov, Polina Smirnova, and Radu Motspan, highlighting how modern connected car features create serious security and privacy risks.
