Automotive connectivity, cyber attack scenarios and automotive cyber security

Abstract

The Automotive industry is changing rapidly, as classical automotive engineering and information and communication technologies (ICT) converge. Digitization, new mobility concepts, e-mobility, and autonomous driving require a permanent connection with the Internet and transform the car into a very complex cyber-physical system. However, with this connectivity the car becomes vulnerable to cyber attacks. It is very important to understand the threat scenarios underlying the mega trends that are changing the industry. The paper gives a brief overview of the main drivers of this change and discusses some of the major cyber security threats arising in the world of connected cars focussing on three important areas where cyber attacks can happen — e-mobility, car sharing and automated valet parking. Fortunately, there are various cyber security measures that can help to protect the connected car. We briefly discuss some of the main approaches.