In 2020, a major automotive company faced a massive cyberattack that disrupted its production for days. The attackers exploited vulnerabilities in the company’s systems and deployed ransomware that halted manufacturing lines. The company suffered millions of dollars in losses and reputational damage. This case was not isolated. As vehicles become more connected, the automotive industry
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In recent years, the automotive industry has witnessed a dramatic transformation driven by technological advancements and increased connectivity. However, this evolution has also brought significant cybersecurity challenges. A notable case study that underscores these challenges is the 2020 cyberattack on CDK Global, a major provider of dealership management software. This attack compromised sensitive data from
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In early 2022, a ransomware attack on Kojima Industries, a Tier 1 supplier of plastic parts to Toyota, forced the automotive giant to temporarily shut down manufacturing across Japan. The attack resulted in a critical halt of operations, leading to a staggering loss of 13,000 vehicles in just one day. This incident highlights the vulnerabilities
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With the automotive industry contentiously changing technological tides, vehicles have become a complicated mixture of internet machinery with the vehicle being exposed to cyber-attacks. The 2015 Jeep Cherokee hack is a well-known example where security researchers were gained remote access to vehicle electronic systems and disabled transmission and brakes. These cases underscore the increasing menace
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