Connected cars present multiple security risks and measures must be taken to lock down the automotive information security system , according to Paul Williams , Fortinet country director for the South African Development Community . While driverless cars have yet to make it to the roads of South Africa , they are already being equipped with intelligent features such as entertainment services . Williams said securing connected cars from cyber threats will require collaboration between car makers , software developers and service providers .
Connected cars present multiple security risks and measures must be taken to lock down the automotive information security system, according to Paul Williams, Fortinet country manager for the South African Development Community. While driverless cars have yet to make it to the roads of South Africa, vehicles are already being equipped with intelligent features such as entertainment services. Williams said securing connected cars from cyber threats will involve collaboration between car makers, app developers and service providers.