In this Help Net Security interview, Yaron Edan, CISO at REE Automotive, discusses the cybersecurity landscape of the automotive industry, mainly focusing on electric and connected vehicles. Edan highlights the challenges of technological advancements and outlines strategies for automakers to address cyber threats effectively. Additionally, he emphasizes the importance of consumer awareness in ensuring vehicle security. Can you describe the state of cybersecurity in the automotive industry, especially in the context of electric and connected … More → The post Integrating cybersecurity into veh ..read more

With the integration of sophisticated technologies like over-the-air updates and increased data connectivity, cars are no longer just modes of transportation but also hubs of personal and operational data. This shift brings forth unique cybersecurity challenges, ranging from hacking and data theft to safety hazards resulting from potential system breaches. In this Help Net Security interview, Ivan Reedman, Director of Secure Engineering at IOActive, discusses how manufacturers, government regulations, and consumers are adapting to these … More → The post The reality of hacking threats in conne ..read more

In this Help Net Security video, Jay Yaneza, Cybersecurity Architect at VicOne, discusses how, in the first half of the year, cyberattacks on the automotive sector caused losses exceeding $11 billion. These attacks mainly targeted automotive suppliers, not OEMs, showing an increasing trend in supply chain vulnerabilities. Over 90% of the attacks focused on entities other than OEMs. The post Supply chain emerges as major vector in escalating automotive cyberattacks appeared first on Help Net Security ..read more

As connected cars become a standard feature in the market, the significance of automotive cybersecurity rises, playing an essential role in ensuring the safety of road users. In this Help Net Security video, Samantha Beaumont, Principal Security Consultant at IOActive, sheds light on the challenges and possible solutions to the cybersecurity threats that modern vehicles encounter. IOActive research shows that the automotive industry has significantly improved when it comes to cybersecurity: Critical-impact vulnerabilities decreased by … More → The post Automotive cybersecurity: A decade of pro ..read more

The once far-off vision of remotely updating software without needing to bring it into a service center was initially designed for bug fixes and cybersecurity updates. Today, over-the-air updates (OTA) are used to activate new functionality and upgrade a vehicle– all from the owner’s smartphone app and the manufacturer’s remote service center. Michal Geva, General Manager, OTA and Cybersecurity at Harman International joined the Left to Our Own Devices podcast to discuss the automotive industry’s … More → The post Securing OTA with Harman International’s Michal Geva appeared first on Help Net ..read more

Digital key technology allows mobile devices to streamline approval for everyday access points, making it a fitting solution for the automotive industry. While there are a few different approaches to implementing digital keys for automotive use, a secure digital key standard should utilize near field communications (NFC) and ultra-wideband (UWB) in combination with Bluetooth Low Energy (BLE) to access a vehicle, start the engine, immobilize the vehicle, or authorize a variety of other operations. A … More → The post How secure is your vehicle with digital key technology? appeared first on Help ..read more

30% of automotive employees don’t check security protocols before trying a new tool, according to Salesforce. This could put their company and customer data at risk. Alarming rise in automotive API attacks Cybersecurity is a growing concern in the automotive industry, particularly as companies store and use exponentially more data to power connected car features. According to Upstream, the number of automotive API attacks increased by 380% last year alone. And, 34% of automotive employees … More → The post Automotive industry employees unaware of data security risks appeared first on Help Net ..read more

With the holiday season upon us, auto dealerships are facing an influx of consumers looking to swoop on end-of-year sales and holiday offers. While previous years saw a steady stream of buyers piling into dealerships and onto car lots to make their purchases and sign contracts and loans, foot traffic has recently slowed as buyers are opting to purchase cars online. Auto dealers have long resisted the shift to digital purchasing, favoring in-person transactions as … More → The post Ensuring trust for high-value digital transactions appeared first on Help Net Security ..read more

Cybercriminals are getting craftier as auto retailers continue to fall victim to well-disguised cyberattacks. According to the second annual dealership cybersecurity study by CDK Global, 15% of dealers have experienced a cybersecurity incident in the past year. This Help Net Security video reveals what steps auto retailers are taking to get ready for an increase in potential infrastructure attacks. The post Auto retailers are falling victim to sophisticated phishing appeared first on Help Net Security ..read more

A car theft ring that used fraudulent software to “hack” and steal vehicles with remote keyless entry and ignition systems has been dismantled by the French National Gendarmerie, Europol announced on Monday. “The criminals targeted vehicles with keyless entry and start systems, exploiting the technology to get into the car and drive away,” the EU law enforcement agency said. “The criminals targeted keyless vehicles from two French car manufacturers. A fraudulent tool – marketed as … More → The post Police breaks up criminal ring that hacked keyless systems to steal cars appeared first on Help ..read more