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Navigating the Ethical Road: Recommendations for Connected and Automated Vehicles

Paul Lockley – VP Sales, EMEA In the ever-evolving landscape of transportation, the emergence of Connected and Automated Vehicles (CAVs) presents a promising shift towards safer, greener, and more accessible mobility solutions. However, as we embark on this transformative journey, it’s imperative to address the ethical considerations inherent in the development and deployment of CAVs.

How 360 Cameras Usher in a New Era of Trucking Safety

In the ever-growing transportation field, driver and fleet protection remains paramount. The trucking industry is constantly seeking ways to mitigate risks and ensure the well-being of drivers, passengers, and fellow road users. There were 13.86 million single-unit and combination trucks registered in 2021, as per the American Trucking Association. It represents 5% of all motor vehicles registered.

CDK Global Cyber Incident Shows the Need for Better Supply Chain Security

CDK Global, a company that provides software for thousands of auto dealers, was hit by back-to-back cyberattacks on June 19. These attacks led to an outage that continued to impact many of their sales operations on Friday, according to the Associated Press. CDK told multiple news outlets that it is "actively investigating a cyber incident," and the company shut down all of its systems out of an abundance of caution.

10 Essential Motorcycle Safety Tips Every Rider Should Know

As a motorcycle enthusiast, there's nothing quite like the thrill of hitting the open road on two wheels. The sense of freedom, the wind in your face, the nimble handling - it's an exhilarating experience. But with great fun comes great responsibility. Riding a motorcycle inherently carries more risk than driving a car. That's why it's crucial to prioritize safety every time you gear up for a ride.

Achieving Automated TISAX Compliance

Cyberattacks on the automotive industry are becoming more sophisticated. In its 2024 Automotive Cybersecurity Report, Upstream found that 50% of all automotive cyber incidents in 2023 had a high or massive impact. Similarly, 95% of all attacks in 2023 were executed remotely, and 37% of attacker activities in the deep and dark web target multiple original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) simultaneously.

The Impact of UNECE R155 on Automotive Cybersecurity

In an era where technology and transportation converge, the fusion of vehicles with IoT technologies heralds a new dawn of mobility. This leap forward promises enhanced connectivity and autonomous capabilities, yet casts a shadow of cyber vulnerabilities that could jeopardize not just the integrity of the vehicles but the safety of their passengers.

Revolutionizing Security: The Impact of EV Fleet Management Solutions

The global rise of electric vehicles (EV) fleet management solutions is unstoppable. Driven by a global push for sustainability, research shows 71% of U.S. fleet managers are now looking to add electric vehicles to their fleets in 2024. With billions of dollars invested heavily by governments and organizations in electric vehicles and their supporting networks, key critical flaws have emerged. Electric vehicle charging software, stations, monitoring systems, and unsecured internet networks have become access points for multiple cybersecurity threats ranging from unauthorized access to EV vehicles and data breaches of customer private information.

Russian Threat Actor FIN7 Targeting the Automotive Industry with Spear Phishing Attacks

The cybercriminal threat actor FIN7 is launching spear phishing attacks against the automotive industry in the United States, according to researchers at BlackBerry. The threat actor identifies IT employees at automotive companies and attempts to trick them into downloading a Trojanized version of a free IP scanning tool. FIN7 is a Russia-based financially motivated threat actor that carries out a variety of cybercrime activities, including ransomware attacks.

How Secure is Automotive Digital Identity?

In the automotive industry’s fast lane, the fusion of digital innovation with vehicular engineering has revolutionized how we manufacture, drive and protect our vehicles. It also helps to ensure our cars are safeguarded against cyber risks. And it’s at this juncture that identity security emerges as a critical priority – serving as both a shield and a guide, leading the industry through the complexities of cybersecurity in automotive challenges with unmatched precision.

EP 48 - What's Driving the Future of Automotive Security

In this episode of the Trust Issues podcast, Kaivan Karimi, Global Partner Strategy and OT Cybersecurity Lead – Automotive Mobility and Transportation at Microsoft, discusses with host David Puner the complexities of the automotive cybersecurity ecosystem, and they explore the challenges and considerations facing the industry.