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Read moreIt may seem futuristic, but vehicles connected to the internet have already become the norm on today’s roads. This includes fleet vehicles that leverage telematics and GPS tracking data to help improve productivity, reduce costs and improve navigation.
However, connected vehicles can leave fleets vulnerable to unexpected cybersecurity threats. To prevent your fleet from being exploited, and your organization from falling victim to a cyberattack, you need to proactively evaluate security risks and create a thoughtful plan for protecting your networks and your vehicles. Here are a few things to consider when it comes to the cyber safety of your connected fleet.
Cybersecurity threats come from many directions
Cybercriminals and bad actors can attack in many ways, from vehicle operations, vehicle systems that share data or your organization’s back-office networks in general. A common type of cyberattack is a phishing attack that delivers ransomware to your system.
Phishing attacks typically arrive via email, where one unintentional click or download can open a door for hackers. This can lead to system outages that interrupt operations and cause costly downtime. It can also result in compromised or stolen data—which is especially problematic for connected fleets that share a common protocol across all vehicles.
In addition to stealing data or holding it hostage, hackers can also target vehicle operations themselves. The goal is to gain control of one truck or car, or an entire fleet, for reasons ranging from stealing the contents to harming drivers or others on the road.1 For these reasons, a proactive approach to fleet cybersecurity is critical.
Tips for protecting your fleet from cyber attacks
To prevent a cybercriminal from mining for load locations or financial information, as a fleet manager you’ll want to take these initial steps:
In addition, consider using these 3 tactics to specifically safeguard your telematics data:
To learn how telematics from Verizon Connect can support a secure foundation for your connected fleet, request a demo at your convenience.
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