Project Objectives
Four key research objectives driving the DEFEND project
O1. Designing security into emerging and future automotive E/E architecture paradigms
Integrating security by design into next-generation automotive E/E architectures through threat analysis and the development of secure, layered architectural solutions.
O2. Designing practical intrusion detection systems for in-vehicle networks
Designing and implementing practical intrusion detection systems for various in-vehicle communication protocols, validated on automotive-grade embedded platforms.
O3. Securing automotive over-the-air firmware update systems
Developing secure solutions for automotive OTA firmware updates, covering the distribution path from OEM to on board ECUs, in line with industry needs and current regulations.
O4. Security analysis and solutions for emerging in-vehicle communication technologies
Investigating security risks of next-generation in-vehicle communication technologies and designing mechanisms to protect existing and evolving automotive in-vehicle networks.