That's how easy it is to hack an airplane's devices

Computer security experts have detected serious security flaws in Panasonic entertainment systems used in the world's largest airlines, They could even take control of the plane. Affected airlines include Iberia, Emirates, American Airlines, Air France, Aerolineas Argentinas and Qatar.

Vulnerabilities would allow flight information to be modified (such as flight paths, Speed and altitude of the aircraft, etc.), stealing credit card and loyalty card information, control cockpit lighting and, even, Control the airplane PA system.

Experts reported the bugs to Panasonic in March 2014, almost two years ago. Panasonic has not yet solved the serious security flaws.

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