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Automotive cybersecurity

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Automotive software is closely linked with automotive cybersecurity. As the industry moves toward the connected, automated, and software-defined vehicle, it needs a strong understanding of how to protect road users and business models against cyber threats.

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As vehicles become more connected, cybersecurity has become a major business factor for modern cars: software vulnerabilities have led to safety recalls, automotive-specific regulations mandate security in the largest markets, and automotive companies rank cyber incidents as a top business risk.

As a thought leader in automotive cybersecurity, ETAS is at your side when it comes to safeguarding road users and your business models, reducing risks and increasing your potential.

Secure the vehicle holistically throughout its lifecycle

Automotive cybersecurity needs a holistic approach rather than singular solutions. We at ETAS provide you with an integrated security strategy to systematically protect vehicles and vehicle fleets throughout the entire lifecycle.

Security by design

Automotive cybersecurity needs to be adopted from the start, integrating controls, guidelines, coding standards, and policies into the software development process. Security design must extend beyond SOP, evolving iteratively throughout the product's entire lifecycle.

Defense-in-depth

No single security mechanism can protect against all threats. Effective protection requires a multi-layered security concept with multiple lines of defense, from secure ECU and secure onboard communication to secure vehicle IT infrastructure.

Continuous risk management

Connected vehicles require continuous in-vehicle intrusion detection and security incident response by managed services in the backend – across the entire fleet and throughout the vehicle's lifecycle.

Automotive cybersecurity is becoming a trust anchor for the future of mobility

To make the dream of connected, automated, and software-defined mobility come true, IT security needs a new dimension. We at ETAS are leading the way – creating solutions today for the challenges of tomorrow.

"Automotive cybersecurity protects road users, the privacy of vehicle owners, and business models of OEMs, fleet operators, and mobility service providers."
Dr Ingo Hollenbeck Vice President Product Group Cybersecurity Solutions

Integrated cybersecurity for vehicles and vehicle fleets

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Design security

We provide a product security organization framework to comply with all regulations and standards like ISO/SAE 21434. We also help you incorporate threat analysis, risk assessment, and security testing into vehicle development.

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Enable security

We offer embedded software products, like HSM firmware and cryptographic libraries for micro controllers, and security software solutions for vehicle computers and system-on-chip. In addition, our in-vehicle intrusion detection and automotive firewall protect from unauthorized access and manipulation.

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Manage Security

At ETAS we offer continuous risk management for vehicle fleets worldwide. We enable you to manage the cybersecurity of your entire connected fleet with in-vehicle intrusion detection and security monitoring through vehicle security operations centers.

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Automotive Cyber Maturity Report 2024

As the concept of software-defined vehicles has gained momentum, automotive companies need to adapt to the rapid iteration and development cycles typical of software development. This year’s “Automotive Cyber Maturity Report” shows that advanced cybersecurity and high DevOps performance share a common core: collaboration, automation, and treating security as an indispensable software engineering concern. Read the report to learn what cyber-mature companies do differently.

Are you ready for the new cybersecurity requirements?

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Compliant cybersecurity management has become a decisive success factor for automotive managers. The UNECE WP.29 cybersecurity regulation 155 and the ISO/SAE 21434 standard mandate vehicle security at type approval and for the entire lifecycle.

We support you to meet the cybersecurity requirements and acquire type approval readiness, and provide a proven methodology to optimize your cybersecurity efficiency.

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White paper: Cybersecurity for the software-defined vehicle

The software-defined vehicle calls for a new approach to automotive cybersecurity. It must be secured end-to-end: across the entire vehicle lifecycle, the connected ecosystem, and the software supply chain.

Read our white paper to find out how to master the cyber risks of the present and the future.

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