Senate report says car manufacturers unprepared for hacking attacks

Cars are full of wireless technology — and that technology comes with the possibility of a security breach

Most of the companies making these cars, however, don’t have plans for how to deal with potential hacks, according to a report published Monday from the office of U.S. Senator Ed Markey (D-Mass.).

Markey’s office sent letters to 16 major automakers that asked questions about security in cars with wireless technology — something nearly 100% of them have, according to the report. Most of the manufacturers reportedly showed a lack of understanding regarding hacking vulnerabilities in cars. Many of the car makers were unable to even understand the concepts posed by the letter, the report added. …

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