How Automotive Developers Can Defend Connected Cars Against Memory-Based Attacks

In this RunSafe Security Minute, Joseph M. Saunders breaks down how OEMs and developers can strengthen automotive cybersecurity with memory safety protections at every stage—from software development to supply chain security.

Defending Connected Cars: Strategies for Automotive Cybersecurity

Defending Connected Cars: Strategies for Automotive Cybersecurity

As connected vehicles become more advanced, so do the cybersecurity threats they face. One of the most critical attack vectors is memory-based vulnerabilities, which can be exploited across infotainment systems, autonomous platforms, and electronic control units (ECUs). Automotive developers and OEMs must take a proactive approach by integrating memory safety protections during software development, identifying and fixing vulnerabilities at the source code level, and collaborating with suppliers to ensure security measures extend across the entire automotive software ecosystem.

By working with open-source providers, real-time operating system vendors, and third-party suppliers, developers can reduce the risk of memory-based attacks at multiple layers. This holistic approach to automotive cybersecurity helps safeguard vehicles from cyber threats and ensures a more resilient connected car ecosystem.

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