Senator Calls For Manadatory Anti Hacking Measures For Automotive Sector

Millions of cars and trucks are vulnerable to hacking through wireless technologies that could jeopardize driver safety and privacy, a report released late Sunday says.

As vehicles grow increasingly connected through wireless networks and become more dependent on sophisticated electronic systems, Congress and federal regulators are worried about the potential for hackers to interfere with vehicle functions. The report overseen by Sen. Ed Markey, D-Massachusetts, says vehicles are vulnerable to hacking through wireless networks, smartphones, infotainment systems like OnStar — even a malicious CD popped into a car stereo.

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TheSteve - 2/9/2015 12:50:04 PM

+2 Boost

Good luck, government guys. The PC industry has been wrestling with malware for decades, and so far, the bad guys haven't been stopped.