'Security must for product design'

As vehicles become increasingly reliant on software, cybersecurity has become a critical component of automotive safety.

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With the rise of connected and autonomous vehicles, securing these systems is more important than ever. Sasken, in partnership with UK-based Trustonic, is addressing the challenges posed by these emerging technologies. Together, they are embedding cybersecurity solutions into vehicles, enabling automotive manufacturers to innovate safely without compromising security.

In this interview, Rajiv C Mody, CMD & CEO, Sasken Technologies, speaks to Sudhir Chowdhary on the main cybersecurity risks and how to mitigate them. Excerpts:

How vulnerable are modern vehicles to cyberattacks?

Modern vehicles are significantly more exposed to cyber threats than they were a decade ago. With over 100 million lines of code, multiple wireless interfaces, cloud connectivity, and over-the-air updates, today's cars are essentially computers with wheels. The systems, which were once isolated, like infotainment, telematics, advanced driver assistance systems (ADAS), and powertrain, have become a part of a broader system.