{"id":15434,"date":"2011-09-08T13:25:05","date_gmt":"2011-09-08T03:25:05","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/power-up.space\/?p=15434"},"modified":"2011-09-08T13:25:05","modified_gmt":"2011-09-08T03:25:05","slug":"mcafee-report-on-automotive-systems-finds-prevelant-lack-of-security-in-today%e2%80%99s-vehicles","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.impulsegamer.com\/wordpress\/?p=15434","title":{"rendered":"MCAFEE REPORT ON AUTOMOTIVE SYSTEMS FINDS PREVELANT LACK OF SECURITY IN TODAY\u2019S VEHICLES"},"content":{"rendered":"

Partners with Wind River and ESCRYPT to Provide Analysis of Emerging Risks in Automotive Embedded Systems<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n

SANTA CLARA, Calif., Sept. 7, 2011<\/strong> \u2013 McAfee<\/a>, in partnership with Wind River<\/a> and ESCRYPT<\/a>, today released a new report \u201cCaution: Malware Ahead,\u201d an analysis of emerging risks in automotive system security.\u00a0 The first-of-its kind report examines the security of electrical systems that have become commonplace in today\u2019s cars. These embedded devices are used in almost all areas of automobiles including airbags, radios, power seats, anti-lock braking systems, electronic stability controls, autonomous cruise controls, communication systems and in-vehicle communication.\u00a0<\/p>\n

Researchers at several universities have demonstrated that critical safety components of an automobile can be hacked if physical access to the vehicle\u2019s electronic components is available. Other researchers have showed that an attack can be mounted to track a vehicle and compromise passengers\u2019 privacy by tracking the RFID tags using powerful long-distance readers at around 40 meters.
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\n\u201cAs more and more functions get embedded in the digital technology of automobiles, the threat of attack and malicious manipulation increases,\u201d said Stuart McClure, senior vice president and general manager, McAfee.\u00a0 \u201cMany examples of research-based hacks show the potential threats and depth of compromise that expose the consumer. It\u2019s one thing to have your email or laptop compromised but having your car hacked could translate to dire risks to your personal safety.\u201d<\/p>\n

The automobile industry is continually adding features and technologies that deliver new conveniences such as Internet access and the ability to further personalize the driving experience.\u00a0 Consumers want to stay connected, even in their cars, which is motivating automobile manufacturers to increase integration between cars and consumer devices such as smartphones and tablets.\u00a0 However, in the rush to add features, security has often been an afterthought.\u00a0 The report highlights examples of how automotive systems have been compromised.<\/p>\n

The new report from McAfee examines risks associated with cybercriminal activity including:<\/p>\n