Automotive Cyber Security Fundamentals Training Course

Introduction

• Enhancing automotive functionality, user experience, and safety for government operations.

Overview of Automotive Cybersecurity for Government

• System-level, process-level, and after-sales cybersecurity measures to protect government vehicles.

An Automobile's Most Hackable Surfaces for Government

Inspecting the Architecture for Government

• Identifying vulnerabilities in OEM and Tier supplier platforms to ensure secure vehicle deployment for government use.

Software Loading for Government

• Validating software integrity with Secure Boot to prevent unauthorized modifications in government vehicles.

Hardware Security for Government

• Verifying digital signatures and product keys to ensure the authenticity and integrity of hardware components used in government vehicles.

Network Security for Government

• Authenticating communications to protect data transmission in government vehicle networks.

Cloud Security for Government

• Implementing remote monitoring, software updates, and over-the-air (OTA) capabilities to enhance the security of government vehicles connected to cloud services.

Hardening the Architecture for Government

Penetration Testing for Government

• Utilizing automated tools to identify and address vulnerabilities in government vehicle systems.

Reverse Engineering for Government

• Analyzing vehicle communication systems to detect potential security flaws in government vehicles.

Cryptography for Government

• Implementing OBD cryptography to secure on-board diagnostics communications.
• Exploring the use of blockchain technology to enhance data integrity and traceability in government vehicle operations.

Secure Code Development for Government

• Addressing shortcomings in secure coding guidelines to improve the resilience of software used in government vehicles.

Device Testing for Government

• Ensuring interoperability, connectivity, and security through comprehensive testing of devices integrated into government vehicles.

Best Practices for Government

• Implementing robust cybersecurity management, lifecycle management, risk assessment, and other best practices to safeguard government vehicle systems.

Summary and Next Steps for Government