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UID:pretalx-bsidesluxembourg-2026-E7WLHY@pretalx.com
DTSTART;TZID=CET:20260507T112000
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DESCRIPTION:Modern vehicles are no longer just mechanical machines—they a
 re complex distributed systems with hundreds of electronic control units\,
  multiple networks\, and cloud-connected devices. In this talk\, I will sh
 are the daily challenges of working as an automotive cybersecurity researc
 her and how real-world constraints shape security research in the automoti
 ve industry.\n\nI will begin with a brief introduction to my role as a sec
 urity researcher. My work involves analyzing vehicle hardware\, telematics
  systems\, IoT modules\, and embedded firmware to identify vulnerabilities
  before attackers do. Unlike traditional IT security\, automotive security
  requires deep knowledge of hardware\, embedded systems\, radio protocols\
 , and real-time system constraints.\n\nA key part of this talk will focus 
 on automotive communication networks and interfaces. I will explain how in
 -vehicle networks operate\, why security is challenging to implement\, and
  how attackers can exploit weaknesses through message manipulation\, spoof
 ing\, and denial-of-service techniques. I will also cover interfaces such 
 as UART\, JTAG\, Bluetooth\, cellular modules\, and diagnostic ports\, hig
 hlighting how each interface expands the attack surface.
DTSTAMP:20260412T011329Z
LOCATION:Workshops and Stage - Gernsback (C1.05.02)
SUMMARY:From CAN Frames to Corporate Firewalls: Life of an Automotive Secur
 ity Researcher - Hrishikesh Somchatwar
URL:https://pretalx.com/bsidesluxembourg-2026/talk/E7WLHY/
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