Intel instigates Automotive Security Review Board gives free car to helpers

carvulnerabilitiesIntel Corporation  announced the establishment of the Automotive Security Review Board (ASRB) to help mitigate cybersecurity risks associated with connected automobiles and foster innovation. To motivate ASRB researchers, Intel will award a new car to the member who provides the most significant and impactful cybersecurity contribution that can be implemented on Intel’s automotive platform.

The board will include security industry talent across the globe with particular areas of expertise in cyber-physical systems.

The ASRB researchers will perform ongoing security tests and audits intended to codify best practices and design recommendations for advanced cybersecurity solutions and products to benefit the automobile industry and drivers. Intel also published the first version of its automotive cybersecurity best practices white paper, which the company will continue to update based on ASRB findings.

Chris Young, senior vice president and general manager of Intel Security said,”With the help of the ASRB, Intel can establish security best practices and encourage that cybersecurity is an essential ingredient in the design of every connected car. Few things are more personal than our safety while on the road, making the ASRB the right idea at the right time.”

Intel will provide the ASRB with its automotive advanced development platforms to conduct research. Findings will then be published publicly as part of an ongoing process All details related to the Intel development platform and areas of security audit focus will be provided at the inaugural ASRB meet-up next month.

 

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