Security research firm identifies cyber threats impacting autonomous vehicles

Responsible development of autonomous vehicles requires a keen understanding of the cybersecurity risks that could impact their systems, according to a new report from the ASIS Foundation.

“From logistical and operational benefits to the technical prowess they offer, AV technologies promise unprecedented advancements. However, they also introduce a plethora of vulnerabilities and implications that demand careful consideration from security practitioners,” ASIS says in a Monday release.

The report says, “Key threats to the safety and security of AVs relate...