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Connected cars are smart, convenient, and open to cyberattacks (www.helpnetsecurity.com)

submitted 1 week ago by lemmydev2 to c/pulse_of_truth

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Consumers are concerned about vulnerabilities in their vehicles, which directly impacts purchasing behavior and brand loyalty, according to RunSafe Security. Vehicles now run on over 100 million lines of code, which is more than most fighter jets, but they often lack the cybersecurity measures needed to keep them safe. These innovations bring plenty of convenience, from over-the-air (OTA) updates to smartphone integration, but they also create new opportunities for cybercriminals to exploit. 65% of drivers … More → The post Connected cars are smart, convenient, and open to cyberattacks appeared first on Help Net Security.

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[–] lemmydev2 1 points 1 week ago

When I think about some brands and models autonomously using the brake, on the motorway, on a faster lane, when running in cruise control with distance sensor and it spotting a shadow of a lorry… what can possibly go wrong with the trend of more software in cars? Funny thing is. When telling the mech, they just shrug and point to the EULA of the car. 🤷‍♀️ Software fail, the customers problem…