Robert Ingram - The Kia Boys: A Crash Course in Automotive Cybersecurity

Описание: Back in the day, stealing a car meant hotwiring it (at least in the movies I've seen). That was until some kids changed the game with some USB cables and viral TikTok's. The “Kia Boys” made headlines, but they also opened a conversation about how modern cars are basically computers on wheels… and not always secure ones. In this talk, we’ll take a joyride through the wild world of automotive cybersecurity. From keyless entry hacks and CAN bus chaos to infotainment systems that do way more than play music, you’ll learn how today’s vehicles are vulnerable in ways most drivers never imagine. We’ll also peek under the hood of how automakers try to defend against these threats (spoiler: it’s complicated), and why standards like ISO/SAE 21434 are the new seatbelts for your car’s software. And if there's time we’ll look ahead to the future of connected and autonomous vehicles, where the risks will grow to even higher stakes. Whether you’re a hacker, a car enthusiast, or just someone who wants to know if their ride is secretly plotting against them, this talk is your pit stop for all things vehicular and vulnerable.

Bio: "Robert Ingram is a tech enthusiast with a passion for cybersecurity and enterprise software. He began his journey in the Business Information Technology program at Red River College, where he interned as a cybersecurity analyst for the provincial government. Following graduation, he worked in databases, developed a mobile app and did IT consulting for Winnipeg non-profits. He is currently finishing a Computer Science degree and works as a Subject Matter Expert in enterprise software systems. His interests include military intelligence, artificial intelligence, and the evolving intersection of operating systems and emerging technologies. Outside of work, Robert enjoys running, admiring the Lexus IS350, and caring for his pet tree frog."