Automotive Industry Penetration Testing V.1
With the rise of connected and autonomous vehicles, the automotive industry is facing new and complex cybersecurity challenges. Automotive penetration testing is a specialized field that involves identifying and evaluating security vulnerabilities in vehicles and their associated systems to protect them from cyber-attacks.
One of the main goals of automotive penetration testing is to simulate real-world attacks and identify vulnerabilities before they can be exploited by malicious actors. This can include testing the security of a vehicle's onboard systems, such as its infotainment system and telematics, as well as testing the security of the communication systems that connect a vehicle to the outside world, such as cellular networks and Wi-Fi.
The process of conducting an automotive penetration test usually begins with a thorough assessment of the vehicle and its systems, including a review of the architecture, design, and implementation. This can be followed by a series of tests, such as network scans, vulnerability assessments, and penetration tests, which aim to identify and evaluate the security of the vehicle and its associated systems.
One of the major challenges in automotive penetration testing is the complexity of modern vehicles, which can have hundreds of electronic control units (ECUs) and multiple communication systems. This makes it difficult to identify and test all potential vulnerabilities and requires high technical expertise and specialized tools.
Another challenge is the need to balance security with functionality and performance. Automakers and suppliers must ensure that the security measures they implement do not negatively impact the vehicle's performance or the user experience.
Despite these challenges, the importance of automotive penetration testing cannot be overstated. As the number of connected vehicles on the road continues to grow, so does the potential for cyber-attacks, which can compromise the safety and privacy of drivers and passengers. In addition, the increasing number of regulations related to vehicle safety and cybersecurity is increasing the pressure on automakers and suppliers to secure their vehicles.
The field of automotive penetration testing is critical for securing the connected car and will likely continue to grow as the automotive industry becomes increasingly connected and reliant on technology. As the number of connected vehicles on the road continues to grow, the demand for professionals who can identify and evaluate security vulnerabilities in vehicles and their associated systems is also expected to increase. With the increasing number of regulations related to vehicle safety and cybersecurity, it is important for organizations to ensure that their employees are trained and certified in automotive penetration testing in order to protect their vehicles and customers from cyber-attacks.
One of the current CVE's out for the automotive world is:
Check for new CVE's with MITRE.org: CVE - Search CVE List (mitre.org)
Some of the current operating systems for the automotive computer world are:
AUTOSAR Start AUTOSAR
Some of the current certifications and trainings for the field:
SAE Currently has a Automotive Cybersecurity Certification listed with the current price around $1600.00 Automotive Cybersecurity Certification: Level One (sae.org)
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Additionally TUVSUD has ISO (ISO 21434) training for this field here: ISO 21434 - Automotive Cybersecurity Training and Certification | TüV SüD in India (tuvsud.com)
CYRES Consulting has automotive training listed here for ISO and certifications: Automotive Cybersecurity Certification: New dates online! (cyres-consulting.com)
Useful Tools:
Jeremy Martin and CSI Linux are looking to add utilities for automotive penetration testing and forensics to their #Linux distribution. This will help streamline incoming professionals to the industry that are interested in growing their skillset.
PASTA was developed by Toyota Motor Corporation and a version can be found here: pasta-auto/PASTA1.0: PASTA: Portable Automotive Security Testbed with Adaptability (github.com)
OffSec has a great article write up with additional resources for the CAN bus system here:
Additional groups to look to for resources:
This list is not meant to be exhaustive for all aspects of automotive penetration testing and computers. If there are corrections or items to be added please contact me. The hope is to expand on this and create a V.2 addition to this article. More information to follow. None of this information was sponsored.
Great article. As we continue to see the proliferation of devices from vendors that want easy connectivity, the ability to offer apps and up charge for features without understanding or caring about security there will be an ever-growing risk. The fact that this is now so prevalent in automobiles just adds to the danger.
Web Application API tester, Orange Team | Application Security | Vulnerability Management | eJPT | AWS Cloud IAM | AI/ML | GPT
2 年I completely agree with your assessment of the importance of automotive penetration testing. As our vehicles become more connected, it is crucial that we prioritize the security of their systems to protect the safety and privacy of drivers and passengers.
Security Engineer | Blue Team | Automotive | OT | Embedded | Hardware
2 年Thank you for sharing!