The Achilles Heel of Cars Detecting and Preventing Software Hacks

Last week in our story about automobile manufacturers fearing cybercrime, we mentioned an ongoing cybersecurity incident at CDK Global, ... A new report from IntSights details the ways that cybercriminals are able to break into a new generation of highly digitized cars. CDK Global, a major software provider to auto dealerships in the US, has been hacked, forcing the company to shut down most of its systems temporarily. What are the common methods used by hackers to hack into cars? For any incentivised hacker, the technologically advanced nature of modern cars ... CDK Global says it provides dealership management services software to more than 15,000 car dealers nationwide. USA Today explains, “CDK's ... Two US security researchers have revealed how they hacked the computer system inside two popular models of car. Car hacking is a nightmare, and it's easier than you might think. It's time for auto makers to improve vehicle cybersecurity with some common-sense ... CDK Global, a company that provides software for thousands of auto dealers in the U.S. and Canada, was hit by back-to-back cyberattacks on ... A new report from IntSights details the many ways cybercriminals break into a new generation of highly digitized cars. Researchers found a flaw in a Kia web portal that let them track millions of cars, unlock doors, and start engines at will.