Wheels, Wires, Silicon, Sensors, Networks, and Data: Navigating the Cybersecurity Across an Automotive Ecosystem on the Road to Passenger Vehicle Autonomy | A Conversation with Scott Sheahan and Marco Ciappelli | Redefining CyberSecurity with Sean Martin

Guests: Scott Sheahan, Owner/Principal Consultant, Rustic Security LLCOn LinkedIn | https://www.linkedin.com/in/scottsheahan/Marco Ciappelli, Co-Founder at ITSPmagazine [@ITSPmagazine] and Host of Redefining Society Podcast & Audio Signals PodcastOn ITSPmagazine | https://www.itspmagazine.com/itspmagazine-podcast-radio-hosts/marco-ciappelli____________________________Host: Sean Martin, Co-Founder at ITSPmagazine [@ITSPmagazine] and Host of Redefining CyberSecurity Podcast [@RedefiningCyber]On ITSPmagazine | https://www.itspmagazine.com/itspmagazine-podcast-radio-hosts/sean-martinView This Show's Sponsors___________________________Episode NotesIn this episode of the Redefining Cybersecurity Podcast, host Sean Martin is joined by co-founder Marco Ciappelli, host of the Redefining Society Podcast, and guest Scott Sheahan, a seasoned professional with a rich background in the automotive industry and embedded software development. The episode digs into the pressing issue of automotive cybersecurity, exploring the challenges and complexities that manufacturers, OEMs, and consumers face in an increasingly connected world.Sheahan shares insights from his transition from aerospace to automotive, emphasizing the similarities between the industries, particularly their reliance on embedded systems and the heightened concern for cybersecurity. The conversation touches on the evolution of connected cars, highlighting the myriad of data collected through telematics devices and the potential privacy concerns this raises. The episode also discusses the impact of cybersecurity on vehicle safety, the role of industry standards like ISO/SAE 21434, and the paramount importance of secure by design principles.The dynamics of the automotive supply chain and the right to repair are examined, alongside a discussion on the future of autonomous vehicles and the implications for consumers' connection with driving. Scott Sheahan encourages aspiring cybersecurity professionals to dive into the industry, underscoring the demand for talented individuals in this critical area. The episode wraps up with a philosophical reflection from Marco on the essence of ownership and control in the era of connected and autonomous cars, posing thought-provoking questions about the nature of technology's role in our lives.Key Questions AddressedHow does the automotive industry tackle the challenges of cybersecurity?What are the implications of connected vehicles for consumer privacy and data security?How is the concept of the right to repair impacted by advancements in vehicle technology and cybersecurity measures?___________________________Watch this and other videos on ITSPmagazine's YouTube ChannelRedefining CyberSecurity Podcast with Sean Martin, CISSP playlist:📺 https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLnYu0psdcllS9aVGdiakVss9u7xgYDKYqITSPmagazine YouTube Channel:📺 https://www.youtube.com/@itspmagazineBe sure to share and subscribe!___________________________ResourcesInspiring post: https://www.linkedin.com/posts/scottsheahan_getting-into-automotive-cybersecurity-activity-7143250700741804032-FJe4/ISO/SAE 21434:2021: https://www.iso.org/standard/70918.htmlRoad Vehicles: Cybersecurity Engineering: https://www.iso.org/standard/70918.htmlASRG Youtube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@automotivesecurityresearch1613/videosASRG website: https://asrg.io/___________________________To see and hear more Redefining CyberSecurity content on ITSPmagazine, visit:https://www.itspmagazine.com/redefining-cybersecurity-podcastAre you interested in sponsoring this show with an ad placement in the podcast?Learn More 👉 https://itspm.ag/podadplc