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CYMOTIVE Technologies and Flex Join the Auto-ISAC

Advancing Cybersecurity of the Connected Vehicle across the Industry

Washington, DC – October 26, 2022 – The Automotive Information Sharing and Analysis Center (Auto-ISAC) welcomes new members CYMOTIVE and Flex.

The Auto-ISAC announced today that two companies focused on automotive connectivity have joined its membership. The new members are CYMOTIVE Technologies, a leader in smart mobility cyber solutions, and Flex, a global manufacturer serving diverse industries and end markets including automotive and next generation mobility technologies. The Auto-ISAC was formed by automakers in 2015 to establish a global information-sharing community to promote vehicle cybersecurity.

“The automotive cybersecurity community is dedicated to securing future mobility as connectivity expands and the next generation of vehicles take to the road. Both CYMOTIVE and Flex have a strong international presence along with world-class teams of cyber professionals who will be welcomed in Auto-ISAC meetings and discussions,” said Josh Davis, Chair, Auto-ISAC, and Chief Cybersecurity Officer at Toyota North America. “Our community is a forum to share insights and engage in peer-to-peer learning through participation in workshops, simulations and case study reviews.”

“CYMOTIVE welcomes becoming an Auto-ISAC member and sharing knowledge with the community. We look forward to contributing our deep cyber experience from working inside leading car manufacturers. Our pro-active cyber approach throughout the full vehicle lifecycle synchronizes well with Auto-ISAC’s forums and committees around the software-defined connected vehicle,” said Tsafrir Kats, Co-founder and CEO of CYMOTIVE Technologies.

“As vehicles transition to next generation, up-integrated compute platforms with increasing levels of connectivity, it’s critical for companies across the automotive industry to work together to ensure a safe and secure mobility experience, from the vehicle to edge and to cloud. We look forward to working with Auto-ISAC members to address the complexities of cybersecurity in and around software-defined vehicles to accelerate progress in bringing the promise of next-generation mobility into reality,” said Mike Thoeny, President, Automotive Business Group, Flex.

The Auto-ISAC operates as a central hub to share and analyze intelligence about emerging cybersecurity risks. Its secure intelligence sharing portal allows members to anonymously submit and receive information that helps them more effectively respond to cyber threats.

Last year, the Auto-ISAC expanded its scope to include Information Technology (IT) and Operational Technology (OT) functional areas related to the connected vehicle, with an associated working group. The IT/OT Working Group creates a forum for technical IT and OT cybersecurity experts in the automotive industry to share actionable intelligence regarding cybersecurity challenges, threats, and risk mitigation methods to build the resiliency of the connected vehicle. Auto-ISAC has also set up a new group for the CISOs, the CISO Executive Working Group. They are sharing topical information and collaborating to build resiliency across the automotive industry.

The Auto-ISAC has global representation. Its members represent more than 99 percent of light-duty vehicles on the road in North America. Members also include heavy-duty vehicles, commercial fleets, carriers and suppliers. For more information, please visit www.automotiveisac.com and follow us @autoisac.

About CYMOTIVE Technologies

Founded in 2016 by former leaders of Israel’s National Security Agency, CYMOTIVE began as the trusted cyber security partner of the Volkswagen Group. Since then, the company has extended its reach to deliver pre-emptive, automotive cybersecurity solutions to all car manufacturers, top tier suppliers and smart cities. CYMOTIVE’s customers benefit from a full lifecycle platform of trusted security solutions spanning vehicles’ design, development and post-production stages. With teams working from Israel, Germany, Sweden, Italy and the US, CYMOTIVE offers innovative products providing automated vulnerability management, regulation compliance, intrusion detection & response, and security testing. Empowered by deep expertise in strategy and regulatory compliance planning, security engineering, risk analysis, security architecture, penetration testing, and VSOC services, CYMOTIVE secures industry players for the digitally-transformed mobility eco-system. For more information visit www.cymotive.com.

About Flex

Flex (Reg. No. 199002645H) is the manufacturing partner of choice that helps a diverse customer base design and build products that improve the world. Through the collective strength of a global workforce across 30 countries and responsible, sustainable operations, Flex delivers technology innovation, supply chain, and manufacturing solutions to diverse industries and end markets.

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European Manufacturers & Suppliers Join with Auto-ISAC

Advancing Cybersecurity of the Connected Vehicle Around the World

Brussels, Belgium – October 12, 2022 – The Automotive Information Sharing and Analysis Center (Auto-ISAC) announces a formal collaboration with the European Automobile Manufacturers’ Association (ACEA) and the European Association of Automotive Suppliers (CLEPA) to create a central European hub for information sharing on motor vehicle cybersecurity.

 “The physical presence of an Auto-ISAC Office within Europe is indispensable for our collective cybersecurity defence,” said Dr. Martin Emele, European Regional Director, Auto-ISAC. “The automotive sector is an early industry leader in cybersecurity, and our priority is to continue moving forward, engaging with those in the industry, policymakers and stakeholders.”

 The Auto-ISAC launched in 2015, and in June 2021 appointed Dr. Martin Emele as European Director to establish a presence in Europe by shepherding close coordination and alignment with European-based Auto-ISAC members, potential new members and key partners within Europe.

“The automobile industry is one of the primary cutting-edge industries in Europe, with automakers leading the way towards a new generation of mobility that is ever more sustainable, safe, and smart. Through the European Auto-ISAC, we will push ahead with our digital transformation while working to protect the security of connected vehicles,” said Sigrid de Vries, ACEA Director General.

 “For European suppliers, this agreement provides a roadmap for working together and coordinating activities and information flow between the Auto-ISAC based in North America, as well as other future regional offices. We are all stronger when we share potential cyber threats and the means to prevent and respond to them,” said Benjamin Krieger, CLEPA Secretary General.

 Under the agreement, a formal European office will be incorporated as a legal entity in an EU member state, with a Steering Committee formed that is composed of an equal number of representatives from Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEMs) and suppliers.

 ACEA and CLEPA intend to provide support to Auto-ISAC in establishing its European presence and partnering with the European Union Agency for Cybersecurity (ENISA), to actively encourage its members and stakeholders to participate in the European Office and to promote the Auto-ISAC as the leading automotive information-sharing entity in Europe dedicated to the mission of increasing the cybersecurity resilience of the automotive industry through sharing and analysis of cybersecurity intelligence.

 The Auto-ISAC has global representation. Its members represent more than 99 percent of light-duty vehicles on the road in North America. Members also include heavy-duty vehicles, commercial fleets, carriers, and suppliers. For more information, please visit www.automotiveisac.com and follow us @autoisac.                                                       

About ACEA

The European Automobile Manufacturers’ Association (ACEA) represents the 16 major Europe-based car, van, truck and bus makers: BMW Group, DAF Trucks, Daimler Truck, Ferrari, Ford of Europe, Honda Motor Europe, Hyundai Motor Europe, Iveco Group, Jaguar Land Rover, Mercedes-Benz, Renault Group, Stellantis, Toyota Motor Europe, Volkswagen Group, Volvo Cars, and Volvo Group. Visit www.acea.auto for more information.

 About CLEPA

CLEPA represents over 3,000 companies supplying state-of-the-art components and innovative technology for safe, smart and sustainable mobility, investing over €30 billion yearly in research and development. Automotive suppliers directly employ about 1.7 million people in Europe. Visit www.CLEPA.eu  for information.

Media Contacts

Auto-ISAC
Michael ShokouhiAuto-ISAC Business Operations and Communications
1-202-507-6219
MichaelShokouhi@automotiveisac.com

ACEA
Cara McLaughlinCommunications Director+32 485 88 66 47
cm@acea.auto

CLEPA
Filipa Rio
Head of Strategic Communications
+32 478 97 0007
f.rio@clepa.be

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Auto-ISAC Partners with itemis and Trustonic

Advancing Cybersecurity of the Connected Vehicle across the Industry

 Washington, DC – July 27, 2022 – The Automotive Information Sharing and Analysis Center (Auto-ISAC)  gains two new strategic partners, itemis and Trustonic.

The partnership with itemis will provide support from the Auto-ISAC to help develop the projects “Community -based Threat Catalog” and “OPENXSAM”.  The former is an open-source, community-driven threat catalog for the automotive cyber community. The general concept is to develop a trusted and maintained source of potential threats for automotive cyber professionals.  The latter is an open, xml-based format for the exchange of security-risk information between tools, processes, and organizations. 

“itemis is truly honored to join the Auto-ISAC community.  We are excited to engage with industry to advance both the “Community-based Threat Catalog” and the “OPENXSAM” initiatives,” said Jonathan Mohring, President itemis Inc.  “By combining the industry insights of leading automotive companies within the Auto-ISAC together with the community-based inputs from the Automotive Security Research Group (ASRG), we look to advance the level of automation related to automotive threat analysis and risk assessments (TARA). itemis is focused on continuing to provide the most-advanced tooling for TARAs within the automotive industry.  The collaboration with the Auto-ISAC will help us to shape our roadmap to ensure the future needs of the automotive industry are being met and exceeded.” 

The partnership with Trustonic will support Auto-ISAC membership in building awareness of Trusted Execution Environments (TEE) and how they can be used to enhance in-vehicle protection within the automotive industry.  Trustonic will develop a training package to introduce members to the TEE and their applicability for the automotive sector. 

“The Auto-ISAC sets the benchmark in the automotive industry for sharing threat intelligence and cyber security best practices.  For Trustonic to join this community is a true honor.  We look forward to enriching the valuable work the Auto-ISAC is doing, " said Andrew Till, Trustonic's Secure Platform General Manager.  “Here at Trustonic, we focus on providing the most advanced Secure OS solutions.  We enable the entire ecosystem to develop next-generation cyber resilient platforms across all vehicle domains.  By working with the Auto-ISAC we will be able to leverage the learnings and insights to help shape our future roadmaps to meet the needs of the industry continually”.  

The Auto-ISAC was formed in 2015 by automakers to promote collaboration between suppliers, commercial vehicle companies and automobile manufacturers around vehicle cybersecurity issues. It operates as a central hub to share and analyze intelligence about emerging cybersecurity risks.

“Partnering with companies that enhance automotive cybersecurity for the whole of industry, such as itemis and Trustonic, allows the Auto-ISAC and its membership to be directly involved in the scope and outcome of these important projects,” said Faye Francy, Executive Director of the Auto-ISAC. “Strategic partnerships provide invaluable relationships between membership and the greater community that supports the automotive industry.” 

Last year, the Auto-ISAC expanded its scope to include Information Technology (IT) and Operational Technology (OT) functional areas related to the connected vehicle, with an associated working group.  The IT/OT Working Group creates a forum for technical IT and OT cybersecurity experts in the automotive industry to share actionable intelligence regarding cybersecurity challenges, threats, and risk mitigation methods to build resiliency of the connected vehicle.  Auto-ISAC has also set up a new group for the CISOs, the CISO Executive Working Group.  They are sharing topical information and collaborating to build resiliency across the automotive industry.

The Auto-ISAC has global representation. Its members represent more than 99 percent of light-duty vehicles on the road in North America. Members also include heavy-duty vehicles, commercial fleets and carriers and suppliers. For more information, please visit www.automotiveisac.com and follow us @autoisac.                                                        

Auto-ISAC’s 2022 Cybersecurity Summit is scheduled for September 7-8, 2022, hosted by Bosch in Detroit, MI and virtually. To register or become a sponsor of the Summit, please visit 2022 Auto-ISAC Cybersecurity Summit, and follow us @autoisac.                                                        

 

About itemis

itemis is a multi-award winning IoT software and IT consulting company from Germany. As a hidden champion, itemis provides the market-leading, model-based cyber security solution for performing automotive threat assessments and risk analyses (TARA) known as Security Analyst. itemis was founded 2003 in Luenen, Germany and has deep expertise in model-based tooling and embedded systems engineering. Major automotive OEMs and Tier 1 suppliers within the automotive industry rely on itemis for its exceptional software products and IT-related services.  itemis has locations around the world including in the USA, in Chicago, IL. 

 

About Trustonic 

Trustonic powers trust in technology by embedding security into smart devices and connected cars, for businesses to innovate and embrace new opportunities with peace of mind. Using best-in-class hardware level security coupled with software app protection, Trustonic secures revenue, powers innovation and ensures reliability. 

Based in Cambridge, UK, Trustonic was initially created from a joint venture between ARM, Thales and G&D. Today, it counts the world’s leading car manufacturers, financial institutions, and mobile operators as customers, as well as every tier one Android handset manufacturer. 

 

Media Contacts:

Michael Shokouhi

Auto-ISAC Business Operations and Communications

202-507-6219

michaelshokouhi@automotiveisac.com

 

Florian Marte

Head of Marketing, itemis AG

+49 (0)170 45 11197

fmarte@itemis.com

 

Trustonic

info@trustonic.com

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Lucid Group and Vitesco Technologies Join the Auto-ISAC

 Advancing Cybersecurity of the Connected Vehicle across the Industry

 Washington, DC – June 14, 2022 – The Automotive Information Sharing and Analysis Center (Auto-ISAC) welcomes new members Lucid Group and Vitesco Technologies.

 The Auto-ISAC announced today that two new electric vehicle-focused companies have joined its membership, luxury electric vehicle producer, Lucid and an international leader in electric powertrain technologies, Vitesco Technologies. The Auto-ISAC was formed by automakers in August 2015 to establish a global information-sharing community to promote vehicle cybersecurity. 

 “As the electric vehicle segment grows, the Auto-ISAC will continue to expand its membership with key players within this key technology sector.  Our membership recognizes the importance of this segment of our ecosystem along with the actionable information it brings in helping protect the connected vehicle. With the addition of Lucid and Vitesco Technologies, the Auto-ISAC has greatly supplemented its pool of shared information in support of its mission,” said Josh Davis, Chair, Auto-ISAC, and Chief Cybersecurity Officer at Toyota North America. 

 “Cybersecurity is a core tenet for Lucid, and we look forward to working closely with the Auto-ISAC members on this important issue,” said Gabor Lengyel, Senior Director. Cyber Security and Connectivity at Lucid. “Now more than ever, it’s critical that companies work together to enhance cybersecurity throughout an ever-more connected automotive industry."

 “Vitesco Technologies is a supplier of electronic control units and solutions developed with high software assurance and security related content supporting all levels of modern vehicle topologies. The electronic products range from electric drive units, charging controllers, battery and thermo management systems and motion controllers. Cyber security is an integral part of our products and product life cycles. As a member of the Auto-IASC we look forward to being a part of a valuable community that will allow us to share up-to-date information and address  multiple cyber security matters”, said Gerd Winkler, Head of Development for Electronics and Software Architecture at Vitesco Technologies.

 The Auto-ISAC operates as a central hub to share and analyze intelligence about emerging cybersecurity risks. Its secure intelligence sharing portal allows members to anonymously submit and receive information that helps them more effectively respond to cyber threats.

 Last year, the Auto-ISAC expanded its scope to include Information Technology (IT) and Operational Technology (OT) functional areas related to the connected vehicle, with an associated working group. The IT/OT Working Group creates a forum for technical IT and OT cybersecurity experts in the automotive industry to share actionable intelligence regarding cybersecurity challenges, threats, and risk mitigation methods to build the resiliency of the connected vehicle.  Auto-ISAC has also set up a new group for the CISOs, the CISO Executive Working Group. They are sharing topical information and collaborating to build resiliency across the automotive industry.

 The Auto-ISAC has global representation. Its members represent more than 99 percent of light-duty vehicles on the road in North America. Members also include heavy-duty vehicles, commercial fleets, carriers and suppliers. For more information, please visit www.automotiveisac.com and follow us @autoisac.                                                        

 Auto-ISAC’s 2022 Cybersecurity Summit is scheduled for September 7-8, 2022, hosted by Bosch in Detroit, MI and virtually. To register or become a sponsor of the Summit, please visit 2022 Auto-ISAC Cybersecurity Summit and follow us @autoisac.                                                        

 

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About Lucid Group

Lucid’s mission is to inspire the adoption of sustainable energy by creating advanced technologies and the most captivating luxury electric vehicles centered around the human experience. The company’s first car, Lucid Air, is a state-of-the-art luxury sedan with a California-inspired design that features luxurious full-size interior space in a mid-size exterior footprint. Underpinned by race-proven battery technology and proprietary powertrains developed entirely in-house, Lucid Air was named the 2022 MotorTrend Car of the Year®. The Lucid Air Grand Touring features an official EPA estimated 516 miles of range or 1,050 horsepower. Customer deliveries of Lucid Air, which is produced at Lucid’s new factory in Casa Grande, Arizona, are underway.

 About Vitesco

Vitesco Technologies is a leading international developer and manufacturer of state-of-the-art powertrain technologies for sustainable mobility. With smart system solutions and components for electric, hybrid, and internal combustion drivetrains, Vitesco Technologies makes mobility clean, efficient, and affordable. The product range includes electrified drivetrain systems, electronic control units, sensors and actuators, and exhaust-gas after-treatment solutions. In 2021, Vitesco Technologies recorded sales of €8,3 billion and employs more than 37,000 employees at about 50 locations worldwide. Vitesco Technologies is headquartered in Regensburg, Germany.

 Media Contacts:

Michael Shokouhi

Auto-ISAC Business Operations and Communications

202-507-6219

michaelshokouhi@automotiveisac.com

 

Lucid Group

media@lucidmotors.com

 

Vitesco Technologies

Simone Geldhäuser

Head of Media Relations

Press Spokesperson Technology and Innovation

+49 941 2031 61302

simone.geldhaeuser@vitesco.com

 

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Auto-ISAC Partners with Irdeto to Evaluate a Groundbreaking Vehicle Security Model

Advancing Cybersecurity of the Connected Vehicle across the Industry

Washington, DC – April 12, 2022 – The Automotive Information Sharing and Analysis Center (Auto-ISAC) welcomes a new strategic partner, Irdeto, a world leader in digital platform cybersecurity.

Through the partnership, Irdeto will work closely with Auto-ISAC members to quantitatively evaluate a vehicle security model for effectiveness and improvements without sharing any details of their specific architectures. This model has been developed in collaboration with Irdeto’s research partner, Queen’s University and it defines a quantitative methodology to analyze a system architecture for cyber reliability, allowing for comparison of two or more systems over time or in support of cybersecurity goals.

With this partnership in place, Auto-ISAC members will be able to provide feedback to Irdeto regarding the usability and usefulness of the security modeling tool, which compares the benefits of addressing specific threats or making electrical/electronic architecture changes from a reliability engineering perspective.

The Auto-ISAC was formed in 2015 by automakers to promote collaboration between suppliers, commercial vehicle companies and automobile manufacturers around vehicle cybersecurity issues. It operates as a central hub to share and analyze intelligence about emerging cybersecurity risks.

“Irdeto becoming a strategic partner will provide Auto-ISAC’s members with an additional tool in securing the connected vehicle and their embedded components,” said Faye Francy, Executive Director of the Auto-ISAC. “The strategic partnership will allow members to provide feedback to improve the automotive application.”

Irdeto’s products meet the rapidly changing mobility demands and exceed cybersecurity regulations for automotive, rail, and beyond. The company provides solutions throughout the product lifecycle to prevent cyberattacks and help protect assets for connected cars, commercial fleet, rail, and construction equipment.

“We are excited about this partnership with Auto-ISAC and I’m confident it will provide Auto ISAC's members a great insight into the cyber reliability of their systems and will help us to develop our prototype even further,” said Niels Haverkorn, SVP and General Manager of Connected Transport at Irdeto.

Last year, the Auto-ISAC expanded its scope to include Information Technology (IT) and Operational Technology (OT) functional areas related to the connected vehicle, with an associated working group. The IT/OT Working Group creates a forum for technical IT and OT cybersecurity experts in the automotive industry to share actionable intelligence regarding cybersecurity challenges, threats, and risk mitigation methods to build the resiliency of the connected vehicle. Auto-ISAC has also set up a new group for the CISOs, the CISO Executive Working Group. They are sharing topical information and collaborating to build resiliency across the automotive industry.

The Auto-ISAC has global representation. Its members represent more than 99 percent of light-duty vehicles on the road in North America. Members also include heavy-duty vehicles, commercial fleets and carriers and suppliers. For more information, please visit www.automotiveisac.com and follow us @autoisac.

Auto-ISAC’s 2022 Cybersecurity Summit is scheduled for September 7-8, 2022, hosted by Bosch in Detroit, MI and virtually. To register or become a sponsor of the Summit, please visit 2022 Auto-ISAC Cybersecurity Summit and follow us @autoisac.

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About Irdeto Irdeto is the world leader in digital platform security offering cyber services and technology solutions that protect platforms, digital assets and software applications across multiple industries. Irdeto’s products meet the rapidly changing mobility demands and exceed cybersecurity regulations for automotive, rail and beyond. We provide solutions throughout the product lifecycle to prevent cyberattacks and help protect assets for connected cars, commercial fleet, rail and construction equipment. With a rich heritage of security innovation and rapid adaptation to the changing demands of the cyber security space, Irdeto is the preferred partner to empower a secure world where people can connect with confidence.

Media Contacts:

Michael Shokouhi
Auto-ISAC Business Operations and Communications
202-507-6219
michaelshokouhi@automotiveisac.com

Sabrina Orlov
PR and Communications Manager
Irdeto Media Team
343-997-7220
Sabrina.orlov@irdeto.com

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Auto-ISAC Partners with KELA to Access Dark Web Actionable Threat Intelligence

Washington, DC – March 30, 2022 – The Automotive Information Sharing and Analysis Center (Auto-ISAC) gains a new strategic partner, KELA.

The partnership provides the Auto-ISAC with intelligence related to dark web activity supplementing existing threat data provided to membership. It will also allow leveraging the most recent and relevant findings by KELA experts to increase awareness of emerging threats and trends.

In addition, the partnership will provide workshops on intelligence sharing and leveraging of actionable intelligence to assist Auto-ISAC members in making informed decisions.

The Auto-ISAC was formed in 2015 by automakers to promote collaboration between suppliers, commercial vehicle companies and automobile manufacturers around vehicle cybersecurity issues. It operates as a central hub to share and analyze intelligence about emerging cybersecurity risks.

“KELA’s partnership brings the ability to automatically access cyber threat intelligence while normally difficult to access, is an important piece of the threat matrix,” said Faye Francy, Executive Director of the Auto-ISAC. “Strategic partnerships provide great value to our membership, and we are pleased that KELA has partnered with us to enhance cybersecurity within the automotive industry.” 

“An attack originating in the dark web can bypass all security mechanisms. The danger is real and poses a growing threat to organizations of all sizes. KELA will continue to assist organizations in successfully leveraging data securely with the technology we have released and plan to release on the market.” said David Carmiel CEO of KELA. 

Last year, the Auto-ISAC expanded its scope to include Information Technology (IT) and Operational Technology (OT) functional areas related to the connected vehicle, with an associated working group. The IT/OT Working Group creates a forum for technical IT and OT cybersecurity experts in the automotive industry to share actionable intelligence regarding cybersecurity challenges, threats, and risk mitigation methods to build resiliency of the connected vehicle. Auto-ISAC has also set up a new group for the CISOs, the CISO Executive Working Group. They are sharing topical information and collaborating to build resiliency across the automotive industry.

The Auto-ISAC has global representation. Its members represent more than 99 percent of light-duty vehicles on the road in North America. Members also include heavy-duty vehicles, commercial fleets and carriers and suppliers. For more information, please visit www.automotiveisac.com and follow us @autoisac. 

Auto-ISAC’s 2022 Cybersecurity Summit is scheduled for October 7-8, 2022, hosted by Bosch in Detroit, MI and virtually. To register or become a sponsor of the Summit, please visit 2022 Auto-ISAC Cybersecurity Summit, and follow us @autoisac.

 

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About KELA

KELA takes away fear of unknown dark web digital threats all organizations face. Trusted worldwide, KELA’s combined solution of automated threat intelligence technology and deep staff expertise delivers actionable threat intelligence that is highly relevant to your organization. Mining the cybercrime underground, KELA’s solutions reduce your team’s workload while enabling proactive, targeted defense.

Media Contacts:

Michael Shokouhi
Auto-ISAC Business Operations and Communications 202-507-6219
michaelshokouhi@automotiveisac.com 

Efrat David
Marketing Manager, KELA
+972.3.970.2720
marketing@ke-la.com

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Autonomous Vehicle Leader Nuro Joins the Auto-ISAC

Washington, DC – March 15, 2022 The Automotive Information Sharing and Analysis Center (Auto-ISAC) welcomes leading autonomous vehicle company Nuro as its newest member.

Founded in 2016 by Jiajun Zhu and Dave Ferguson, Nuro develops zero-occupant electric autonomous delivery vehicles designed specifically for transporting goods and not passengers. The company has introduced delivery services with industry leaders including Domino’s, Kroger, and 7-Eleven. Nuro became the first company to be granted approval for a self-driving vehicle exemption by the U.S. Department of Transportation, and the first company to receive a deployment permit from the California Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV), enabling the launch of the first commercial autonomous vehicle service in the state.

The Auto-ISAC was formed by automakers in August 2015 to establish a global information sharing community to promote vehicle cybersecurity.

“The addition of Nuro underscores how the connected vehicle ecosystem continues to expand as does the need to share essential information between the growing number of participants within the connected vehicle industry. Auto-ISAC will continue to support vehicle cybersecurity by adding to its membership innovative members like Nuro,” said Josh Davis, Chair, Auto-ISAC and Chief Cybersecurity Officer at Toyota Motor North America.

“The Auto-ISAC is leading the way in ensuring intelligence about emerging cybersecurity risks to vehicles is shared globally, and we are thrilled to join this community,” said Jiajun Zhu, Nuro co-founder and CEO. “At Nuro, we take great care in developing a secure vehicle platform and teleoperation system for our autonomous vehicles that protects our intellectual property, partner data and private end user data. Safety is our top priority at Nuro, and we look forward to continuing to build a more secure future for the autonomous vehicle ecosystem.”

The Auto-ISAC operates as a central hub to share and analyze intelligence about emerging cybersecurity risks. Its secure intelligence sharing portal allows members to anonymously submit and receive information that helps them more effectively respond to cyber threats.

Last year, the Auto-ISAC expanded its scope to include Information Technology (IT) and Operational Technology (OT) functional areas related to the connected vehicle, with an associated working group. The IT/OT Working Group creates a forum for technical IT and OT cybersecurity experts in the automotive industry to share actionable intelligence regarding cybersecurity challenges, threats, and risk mitigation methods to build resiliency of the connected vehicle. Auto-ISAC has also set up a new group for the CISOs, the CISO Executive Working Group. They are sharing topical information and collaborating to build resiliency across the automotive industry.

The Auto-ISAC has global representation. Its members represent more than 99 percent of light-duty vehicles on the road in North America. Members also include heavy-duty vehicles, commercial fleets and carriers and suppliers. For more information, please visit www.automotiveisac.com and follow us @autoisac.

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About Nuro

Nuro exists to better everyday life through robotics. The company’s custom electric autonomous vehicles are designed to bring the things you need—from produce to prescriptions—right to your home. Nuro’s autonomous, goods-focused solution can give you valuable time back and more freedom to do what you love. This convenient, eco-friendly alternative to driving has the potential to make streets safer and cities more livable. Nuro has piloted autonomous local delivery for communities in Texas, Arizona, and California—for less driving and more thriving.

Media Contacts:

Michael Shokouhi
Auto-ISAC Business Operations and Communications 202-507-6219
michaelshokouhi@automotiveisac.com 

Sarah Eno Henderson Nuro
press@nuro.ai

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AVL and Faurecia Join the Auto-ISAC

Washington, DC – March 1, 2022 – The Automotive Information Sharing and Analysis Center (Auto-ISAC) welcomes new members AVL List Gmbh and Faurecia SE.

The Auto-ISAC announced today that it has added two European headquartered companies to its ranks of global members. In 2021, the Auto-ISAC appointed a European Regional Director responsible for establishing and leading the European Branch of the Auto-ISAC. The Auto-ISAC was formed by automakers in August 2015 to establish a global information sharing community to promote vehicle cybersecurity.

“As the Auto-ISAC continues to grow its membership so does its pool of contributors that are dedicated to sharing information that is essential in helping protect the connected vehicle industry. We are pleased to see AVL and Faurecia adding their knowledge and experience in cybersecurity to the Auto-ISAC,” said Faye Francy, Auto-ISAC Executive Director .

The Auto-ISAC operates as a central hub to share and analyze intelligence about emerging cybersecurity risks. Its secure intelligence sharing portal allows members to anonymously submit and receive information that helps them more effectively respond to cyber threats.

Recently, the Auto-ISAC expanded its scope to include Information Technology (IT) and Operational Technology (OT) functional areas related to the connected vehicle. The newly formed IT/OT Working Group creates a forum for technical IT and OT cybersecurity experts in the automotive industry to share actionable intelligence regarding cybersecurity challenges, threats, and risk mitigation methods to build resiliency of the connected vehicle. And the CISO Executive Working Group is working across the global CISOs for automotive to collaborate and build resiliency across industry.

The Auto-ISAC has global representation. Its members represent more than 99 percent of light-duty vehicles on the road in North America. Members also include heavy-duty vehicles, commercial fleets and carriers and suppliers. For more information, please visit www.automotiveisac.com and follow us @autoisac.

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About AVL
With more than 11,000 employees, AVL is the world’s largest independent company for development, simulation and testing in the automotive industry, and in other sectors. Drawing on its pioneering spirit, the company provides concepts, solutions, and methodologies to shape future mobility trends. AVL creates innovative and affordable technologies to effectively reduce CO2 by applying a multi-energy carrier strategy for all applications – from hybrid to battery electric and fuel cell technologies. The company supports customers throughout the entire development process from the ideation phase to serial production. To accelerate the vision of smart and connected mobility AVL has established competencies in the fields of ADAS, autonomous driving and digitalization.

AVL’s passion is innovation. Together with an international network of experts that extends over 26 countries and with 45 Tech- and Engineering Centers worldwide, AVL drives sustainable mobility trends for a greener future. In 2020, the company generated a turnover of 1.7 billion Euros, of which 12% are invested in R&D activities.

Find out more: www.avl.com

About Faurecia
Founded in 1997, Faurecia has grown to become a major player in the global automotive industry. With 266 industrial sites, 39 R&D centers and 114,000 employees in 35 countries, Faurecia is a global leader in its four areas of business: seating, interiors, Clarion Electronics, and clean mobility. The Group’s strong technological offering provides carmakers with solutions for the cockpit of the future and sustainable mobility. In 2020, the Group reported total turnover of €14.7 billion. Faurecia is listed on the Euronext Paris market and is a component of the CAC Next 20 index. Find out more at: www.faurecia.com

Media Contacts:
Michael Shokouhi
Auto-ISAC Business Operations and Communications
202-507-6219
michaelshokouhi@automotiveisac.com

AVL Press Office
E-mail: press@avl.com
Dr. Markus Tomaschitz
AVL Company Spokesperson
E-mail: markus.tomaschitz@avl.com

Faurecia
https://www.faurecia.com/en

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Auto-ISAC Chooses Cyware to Enhance Automated Threat Intelligence Sharing and Security Operations Efficiency

Cyware Solutions Enable Automated Threat Intelligence Collection, Analysis and Collaboration Across Auto-ISAC’s Members

Washington, D.C. – February 8, 2022 –  The Automotive Information Sharing and Analysis Center (Auto-ISAC) today announced that it has partnered with Cyware, the industry’s only Virtual Cyber Fusion Platform provider, to give its members the ability to aggregate, share, and collaborate on actionable threat intelligence. With Cyware, Auto-ISAC members can initiate more efficient end-to-end intelligence sharing and automation to bolster SecOps, threat hunting, and incident response programs.

Since 2015, Auto-ISAC has served as a hub for the automotive community to share and analyze intelligence about emerging cybersecurity risks to the vehicle, and to collectively enhance vehicle cybersecurity capabilities. Auto-ISAC serves members across the global automotive industry, including light- and heavy-duty vehicle OEMs, suppliers, and the commercial vehicle sector. Its members represent 99% of all light-duty vehicles on the road in North America and span seven countries on three continents.

“Over the last several years, the automotive industry has experienced tremendous technological innovation, including automotive connectivity and sustainability efforts that better protect drivers and the environment, while at the same time realizing better commercial efficiencies,” said Faye Francy, Auto-ISAC Executive Director. “However, these innovations bring highly targeted cyber fraud, phishing, and threat actor activity. Cyware’s offering gives our members the tools to quickly and effectively collaborate and coordinate on community-vetted, curated threat intelligence and response. The intent is to support the improvements of members’ security operations and to promote innovation throughout the community to better counter threats targeting the automotive industry.”

Auto-ISAC joins dozens of other ISACs and Community Emergency Response Teams (CERTs) using Cyware’s Situation Awareness Platform (CSAP) and Threat Intelligence Exchange (CTIX) to boost their overall threat intelligence process, accelerate incident response time, and reduce cybersecurity risk.

“We are excited to be partnering with Auto-ISAC and the global automotive threat sharing community it serves to support real-time, threat sharing and collaboration,” said Anuj Goel, CEO, Cyware. “Auto-ISAC member organizations recognize that combating cyber threats requires a united front, and that fluid collaboration and information sharing is essential to counter emerging threats. Through our Cyber Fusion platform, we are able to support Auto-ISAC and member objectives by automating threat sharing and response, enabling better response outcomes through collaboration.”

Cyware’s virtual cyber fusion solutions allow Auto-ISAC to collect and share security alerts on the changing threat landscape and intelligence around specific attacks in the automotive industry. With Cyware’s Situation Awareness Platform (CSAP) and Threat Intelligence Exchange (CTIX), Auto-ISAC members can automatically share security alerts and threat intelligence, including indicators of compromise (IOCs), malware alerts, vulnerability advisories, security incidents, phishing, and spear phishing attacks throughout its global automotive community.

Recently, the Auto-ISAC expanded its scope to include Information Technology (IT) and Operational Technology (OT) functional areas related to the connected vehicle. The newly formed IT/OT Working Group creates a forum for technical IT and OT cybersecurity experts in the automotive industry to share actionable intelligence regarding cybersecurity challenges, threats, and risk mitigation methods to build resiliency of the connected vehicle.

The Auto-ISAC operates as a central hub to share and analyze intelligence about emerging cybersecurity risks. Its secure intelligence sharing portal allows members to anonymously submit and receive information that helps them more effectively respond to cyber threats.

The Auto-ISAC has global representation. Its members represent more than 99 percent of light and heavy-duty vehicles on the road in North America. Members also include suppliers, commercial fleets and carriers. For more information, please visit www.automotiveisac.com and follow us @autoisac.

About Cyware

Cyware helps enterprise cybersecurity teams build platform-agnostic virtual cyber fusion centers. Cyware is transforming security operations by delivering the cybersecurity industry’s only Virtual Cyber Fusion Center Platform with next-generation SOAR (security orchestration, automation, and response) technology. As a result, organizations can increase speed and accuracy while reducing costs and analyst burnout. Cyware’s Virtual Cyber Fusion solutions make secure collaboration, information sharing, and enhanced threat visibility a reality for enterprises, sharing communities (ISAC/ISAO), MSSPs, and government agencies of all sizes and needs. https://cyware.com/

 

Media Contacts:

Michael Shokouhi

Business Operations & Communications Manager

Auto-ISAC, Inc.

michaelshokouhi@automotiveisac.com

 

Doug De Orchis

fama PR for Cyware

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Meritor Joins the Auto-ISAC

Advancing Cybersecurity of the Connected Vehicle across the Industry

Washington, DC – October 5, 2021 – The Automotive Information Sharing and Analysis Center (Auto-ISAC) welcomes new member Meritor, Inc., a leader in drivetrain, mobility, braking, aftermarket and electric powertrain solutions for the commercial and industrial vehicle markets.

The addition of Meritor augments the Auto-ISAC’s continued expansion of commercial vehicle specialists and supplements the information pool available to its diverse membership. The Auto-ISAC was formed by automakers in August 2015 to establish a global information sharing community to promote collaboration between technology developers, commercial vehicle companies and automobile manufacturers around vehicle cybersecurity.

“The Auto-ISAC looks forward to leveraging Meritor’s 100 plus years of experience in the commercial vehicle industry. Especially informative for our membership will be Meritor’s leadership in developing electrified drivetrains which, when combined with other member’s experiences, will go a long way in supporting automotive cybersecurity,” said Kevin Tierney, Vice President Global Cybersecurity, General Motors, who serves as the Auto-ISAC’s Chairman.

Bridget Kravchenko, Senior Director and Chief Information Security Officer at Meritor, said, “We are pleased to join the Auto ISAC to further industry collaboration on this important automotive cybersecurity. This strategic partnership supports industry-wide efforts to identify cybersecurity risks and best practices in the evolving technological marketplace.”

Recently, the Auto-ISAC expanded its scope to include Information Technology (IT) and Operational Technology (OT) functional areas related to the connected vehicle. The newly formed IT/OT Working Group creates a forum for technical IT and OT cybersecurity experts in the automotive industry to share actionable intelligence regarding cybersecurity challenges, threats, and risk mitigation methods to build resiliency of the connected vehicle.

The Auto-ISAC operates as a central hub to share and analyze intelligence about emerging cybersecurity risks. Its secure intelligence sharing portal allows members to anonymously submit and receive information that helps them more effectively respond to cyber threats.

The Auto-ISAC has global representation. Its members represent more than 99 percent of light and heavy-duty vehicles on the road in North America. Members also include suppliers, commercial fleets and carriers. For more information, please visit www.automotiveisac.com and follow us @autoisac.

Auto-ISAC’s 2021 Cybersecurity Summit is scheduled for October 13-14, 2021, hosted by General Motors in Detroit, MI and virtually. To register or become a sponsor of the Summit, please visit 2021 Auto-ISAC Cybersecurity Summit and follow us @autoisac.

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About Meritor
Meritor, Inc. is a leading global supplier of drivetrain, mobility, braking, aftermarket and electric powertrain solutions for commercial vehicle and industrial markets. With more than a 110-year legacy of providing innovative products that offer superior performance, efficiency and reliability, the company serves commercial truck, trailer, off-highway, defense, specialty and aftermarket customers around the world. Meritor is based in Troy, Michigan, United States, and is made up of more than 8,600 diverse employees who apply their knowledge and skills in manufacturing facilities, engineering centers, joint ventures, distribution centers and global offices in 19 countries. Meritor common stock is traded on the New York Stock Exchange under the ticker symbol MTOR. For important information, visit the company’s website at www.meritor.com.

Media Contacts:
Michael Shokouhi
Auto-ISAC Business Operations and Communications
(202) 507-6219
michaelshokouhi@automotiveisac.com

Meritor
Krista Sohm
(248) 435-7115
krista.sohm@meritor.com

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