In the ever-digitalizing world of automotive development, functional safety and cybersecurity are in focus. Both play a crucial role in ensuring that vehicles not only function reliably but are also protected from growing cyber threats. In this blog post, we take a look at how these two disciplines are intertwined and the common challenges they share.
An attack on the integrity of sensor data can not only impair the correct functioning of safety-critical systems, but can also lead to serious accidents.
Cyber attacks that allow hackers to access control units could take control of the vehicle and lead to potentially life-threatening situations.
Software vulnerabilities represent a common risk because they can be exploited for both functional errors and cyber attacks.
The increasing networking of vehicles via wireless networks increases the attack surface and makes it necessary to make the communications infrastructure robust against cyber threats.
The experts at Melster Consulting GmbH offer a holistic approach that views functional safety and cybersecurity as inseparable elements of the security strategy. Through comprehensive risk assessments and proactive measures, we help identify and minimize the threats that could affect both functional safety and cybersecurity.
In the changing landscape of automotive development, it is crucial to view functional safety and cybersecurity as collaborative disciplines. The shared threats require an integrative approach to ensure both safe function and protection against cyberattacks. Melster Consulting is at the forefront to guide companies on this journey and ensure that their products meet the highest security standards.