“ CARMAKERS NEED TO RECOGNISE THAT , IF POORLY PROTECTED , THESE SYSTEMS COULD OFFER HACKERS AN ACCESS ROUTE TO THE DRIVER ’ S FINANCES ”
ANDY BARRATT , UK MANAGING DIRECTOR OF CYBER SECURITY CONSULTANCY , COALFIRE
Going forward , companies will seek out more vulnerabilities in their vehicle technology , as well as in their networks . As EVs become more connected than cars have ever been , they ’ ve effectively entered the digital-risk landscape , which is prone to activities affecting other technology providers .
Electrification is not just a necessary process , but one that will allow automakers to futureproof their solutions and make mobility safer , physically and digitally . The PwC report expects that cybersecurity must become part of the product design phase to ensure the best use in real-life applications .
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