How To Prevent Your Car From Hackers ?

Your car is subjected to hijacking just like a computer. The advanced safety features in newer models leaves you constantly connected to servers, which puts drivers like you at risk.

But don't worry; there's plenty you can do to protect yourself on the road, and it all starts with understanding the basics of car cybersecurity.

Few ways to protect your Vehicle's Cybersecurity:

• DON'T PROGRAM YOUR HOME ADDRESS INTO GPS :

It may be convenient, but car thieves & hackers can use your GPS to find your home address.

And if they have access to home, they can get into more than your car : they can get into your home as well.

• LIMIT WIRELESS OR REMOTE SYSTEMS :

Systems that disable or monitor your vehicle remotely place you at the most risk.

Wireless or remote systems are often controlled online and are more vulnerable and attractive to hackers.

• TURN OFF WIFI & BLUETOOTH :

Make sure you shut down all wireless communications and network connectivity.

These are easily accessible, common avenues hackers use to detect signals.

• USE ANTI-VIRUS SOFTWARE TO SCAN USB DEVICES BEFORE USE :

Use a free anti-virus protection software like AVG to scan any new USB devices before you connect them to your vehicle.

AVG also suggests keeping your car's WIFI hidden.

• DON'T DOWNLOAD UNTRUSTED APPS :

Your car's infotainment system is unprotected and ripe for the picking.

Untrusted apps in your infotainment system can introduce malware.

• USE REPUTABLE SHOPS :

Anyone with physical access of vehicle, can cause problems for your vehicle

Only use shops and dealerships that you know you can trust not to take advantage of your car's computer systems.

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