Is cybersecurity now the biggest worry for car-makers?
Cybersecurity is now a greater concern for car manufacturers than cutting costs, introducing flexible manufacturing, or adopting AI, according to a new survey conducted by ABB Robotics. The poll of 473 automotive industry decision-makers around the world suggests “a fundamental shift” in how manufacturers view digital risk, operational continuity and the future of vehicle production, according […]
Digital law expert on what the future holds for cybersecurity in connected vehicles
French digital law expert Thomas le Goff has explained how he sees the future for cybersecurity in the connected vehicles realm. In a fascinating interview with Polytechnique Insight, le Goff, senior lecturer at Télécom Paris, said: “Data generated by a vehicle, like that from other connected services or objects, must now be accessible to users and […]
Cybrbase pilots new-approach cybersecurity assessment with Illinois DOT
Cybrbase, the transportation infrastructure cybersecurity firm has joined with the Illinois Department of Transportation (IDOT) to pilot a groundbreaking group-based cybersecurity vulnerability assessment across six small, and midsize rural Illinois transit agencies. These agencies include Decatur Public Transit System, Piatt County Public Transportation, QC Metrolink, Reagan Mass Transit and Warren County Public Transportation. The pilot […]
Report: Revisiting Wireless Cyberattacks on Vehicles
The automotive industry has been a prime target for cybercriminals for decades, with attacks becoming more sophisticated as vehicles integrate advanced digital technologies. In response, new standards and regulations have been introduced, requiring manufacturers to implement robust cybersecurity measures to obtain necessary certifications. Modern vehicles have an extensive attack surface due to the increasing number […]
Vehicle cybersecurity: Major hacking attempts triple in 2024
Massive-scale global incidents from hackers targeting connected vehicles and mobility services tripled from 5% to 19% in 2024, according to a data security management specialist. US-based Upstream Security said this sharp increase highlights the need for organisations to prioritise resilience by extending their cybersecurity efforts beyond regulatory compliance, says AM Online. The 2025 Automotive & Smart […]
TfL provides update on cyber security incident
Shashi Verma, TfL’s Chief Technology Officer, has issued an update in relation to the ongoing cyber security incident.. “The security of our systems and customer data is very important to us. We continually monitor who is accessing our systems to ensure only those authorised can gain access. We identified some suspicious activity on Sunday and […]
HORIBA Mira publishes white paper “Why Automotive Cybersecurity is Different”
Automotive engineering consultancy HORIBA MIRA has published the second in a series of White Papers focusing on automotive cybersecurity. Why Automotive Cybersecurity is Different explains why automotive cybersecurity demands a unique engineering approach and provides recommendations to assist vehicle manufacturers, the tiered industry supply chain and other road transport operators to help develop and operate […]