Smart Car Security

This is just the kind of thing I tend to tune-out; more scare tactics. BUT, this one came from one of our vendors who handles Dark Web monitoring, so when Dan came across the article, we thought we’d share what they’re saying.

More and more of us have smart cars equipped with various connectivity features. These connect with a wide range of networks and devices, making them vulnerable. They also collect and share a lot of data, making them attractive to bad actors. Just think about someone seeing everywhere you drive via your GPS! If there really was a breach, there could be safety risks if they had unauthorized control of the vehicle.

Dan mentioned bad actors using wi-fi jammers, picking up vehicle key frequencies (remember Gone in 60 Seconds?). Some high-value car owners are storing their keys in Faraday bags (they block electronic signals) as a precaution.

There were a couple of recommended steps. First, keep the vehicle’s software up-to-date to protect against known vulnerabilities. Next, only connect your vehicle to secure and trusted sources. Also, if you’re using any third-party services or apps, make sure THEY have strong security in place. And lastly, make sure the car is physically secure, locked, and in the garage! – CMW