Experts discovered critical flaws in Kigen eSIM technology, impacting billions of devices.
The hack targeted Kigen's eSIM technology, affecting over 2 billion IoT devices and smartphones.
The vulnerabilities in the Kigen eUICC card raise serious security concerns, as neither eSIM profiles nor Java Card apps on the chip are adequately protected.
The breach underscores significant risks in eSIM technology and questions industry security assumptions, with researchers elucidating the need for heightened MNO, vendor, and security community awareness.