Binary Scanning: The First Line of Defense Against Security Breaches

We are witnesses of an automotive revolution. Software advancements in the auto industry have transformed not only our method of transportation, but also our means of communication and consumption. At …

We are witnesses of an automotive revolution. Software advancements in the auto industry have transformed not only our method of transportation, but also our means of communication and consumption. At the core of these technological developments is open source software (OSS), which comprises, on average, 23% of automotive commercial applications. But innovation is outpacing security, as known OSS vulnerabilities hide in software code, enabling cyberattacks, as shown by Tesla Model S, which contained a 4-year-old vulnerability that could allow hackers to cut the motor. In this session, TJ Kang will discuss why new binary code scanners must be first line of defense against security breaches. By scanning the binary without source code or reverse engineering, users can expend minimum resources while gaining OSS visibility, preventing lawsuits, and strengthening the cyber supply chain.