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As connected, automated cars edge closer to reality, analysts begin to identify their pros and cons. While the possibilities conjure up excitement, the dangers give pause. In this IEEE Spectrum article, two experts sketch the extent of potential cyber threats, ranging from passive snooping and the jamming of transmissions to active manipulation and the introduction of false signals. To counter these vulnerabilities, the scientists recommend wrapping these vehicles in overlapping layers of armor, consisting of secure global navigation satellite systems, authentication based on encryption, and misbehavior detection technology.
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