Chrysler recalls 1.4M cars to fix hacking problem
A software update is available to stop hackers from taking control of cars wirelessly. Also, YouTube has plans for virtual-reality videos.
Maybe connected cars shouldn't be so... connected.
Fiat Chrysler is recalling 1.4 million US vehicles to patch a software issue that makes it possible for hackers to take control of a
. The move comes days after researchers demonstrated the ability to break into the UConnect entertainment system remotely over a cell network. The hackers could send commands to kill the, stop the brakes and control the steering wheel -- among other things:Also in this episode of CNET Update, learn what changes YouTube is making to mobile and what Facebook is doing to grow its video presence.
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