24AL733 - Connected Vehicles and Security

Course Instructor: Ramaguru R, Assistant Professor (Senior Grade), TIFAC-CORE in Cyber Security.

📚 Course Outcome

CO#	CO Description
CO1	Understand the architecture and components of connected vehicles
CO2	Understand the unique cybersecurity threats and vulnerabilities in connected vehicles
CO3	Understand current and emerging technologies for securing connected vehicles
CO4	Understand the security aspects in OTA (Over-The-Air) updates

⌚ Course Plan and Status

Lecture No(s)	Topics	Subtopics	Keywords	Remarks	CO & BTL
1	Introduction to Connected Vehicles	Definition of connected vehicles, Key components, Ecosystem overview	Connected vehicles, IoT, sensors, ECU	Basic introduction to the ecosystem	CO1, BTL 1
2	Key Features of Connected Vehicles	Real-time communication, Autonomy, Data sharing, Safety features	Real-time, data sharing, autonomy	Exploring key capabilities	CO1, BTL 2
3	Communication Technologies in Connected Vehicles	Overview of V2X, Comparison of DSRC and C-V2X, Use of Wi-Fi and Bluetooth	V2X, DSRC, C-V2X, Wi-Fi	Core technologies	CO1, BTL 2
4	Protocols for Connected Vehicles	Communication standards, Role of 5G, Low-latency communication protocols	Protocols, standards, 5G	Protocol focus	CO1, BTL 3
5	Role of 5G in Vehicle Connectivity	Features of 5G, Network slicing, Scalability, Reliability	5G, low latency, reliability	Impact of 5G	CO1, BTL 3
6	Cellular Cloud Computing in Vehicle Ecosystems	Basics of cellular cloud computing, Applications in connected vehicles	Cellular cloud, applications	Vehicle cloud ecosystem	CO1, BTL 2
7	Authentication and Authorization Mechanisms	Key methods, Certificate-based approaches, Identity verification	Authentication, certificates	Security in vehicle systems	CO2, BTL 3
8	Privacy Concerns and Mitigation Strategies	Key privacy risks, Mitigation techniques, Data anonymization	Privacy risks, anonymization	Protecting user data	CO2, BTL 4
9	Challenges of Vehicle Connectivity	Key challenges, Scalability, Interoperability, Security	Scalability, security	Challenges in implementation	CO1, BTL 4
10	Overview of Telematics	Definition, Applications, Components	Telematics, fleet management	Role of telematics	CO1, BTL 2
11	Big Data in Connected Vehicles	Introduction to big data, Data types, Sources in vehicles	Big data, sensors	Leveraging data	CO1, BTL 2
12	Data Processing Technologies	Data pipelines, Processing methods (e.g., batch, stream)	Data pipelines, stream processing	Handling vehicle data	CO1, BTL 3
13	Overview of Automotive Cybersecurity	Definition, Scope, Importance	Automotive cybersecurity	Basic overview	CO2, BTL 2
14	Key Threats and Vulnerabilities	Types of threats, Vulnerabilities in connected vehicles	Threats, vulnerabilities	Core risks	CO2, BTL 3
15	Automotive Cyber-Attacks	Examples of attacks, Attack surfaces, Real-world cases	Cyber-attacks, real-world cases	Real-world examples	CO2, BTL 4
16	Cryptography and Security Protocols	Symmetric vs asymmetric cryptography, Applications in vehicles	Cryptography, security protocols	Role in automotive security	CO2, BTL 3
17	Public Key Infrastructure (PKI)	Introduction to PKI, Role of digital certificates	PKI, digital certificates	Secure communication	CO3, BTL 4
18	Secure Communication Protocols	Overview of protocols (e.g., TLS, SSL)	Secure protocols	Enabling secure connections	CO3, BTL 4
19	Communication Over CAN FD and Ethernet	Secure communication methods over CAN FD, Ethernet	CAN FD, Ethernet, secure methods	Secure transport layer	CO3, BTL 3
20	Intrusion Detection and Prevention Systems	Types of IDS/IPS, Applications in vehicles	IDS, IPS, detection systems	Enhancing vehicle security	CO3, BTL 4
21	Overview of Cloud Security	Key technologies for secure cloud integration	Cloud security, vehicle cloud	Cloud security fundamentals	CO3, BTL 3
22	Zero Trust Architecture	Principles of Zero Trust, Applications in automotive systems	Zero Trust, trust principles	Advanced security approach	CO3, BTL 4
23	Introduction to OTA in Automotive	Definition of OTA, Evolution of OTA in connected vehicles	OTA, updates, evolution	Core OTA concepts	CO4, BTL 2
24	OTA Architecture and Standards	Overview of standards, Components of OTA architecture	OTA architecture, standards	Framework for OTA	CO4, BTL 3
25	Types of OTA Updates	Software updates, Firmware updates, Configuration updates	OTA types, updates	Update classifications	CO4, BTL 3
26	OTA Update Process Strategies	Lifecycle of OTA updates, Best practices	OTA lifecycle, strategies	Ensuring reliable updates	CO4, BTL 4
27	DevOps for Software-Defined Vehicles	Role of DevOps, Continuous integration, Deployment pipelines	DevOps, CI/CD	Streamlining development	CO4, BTL 3
28	Security Challenges in OTA Updates	Risks in OTA updates, Mitigation strategies	OTA risks, security	Addressing vulnerabilities	CO4, BTL 4
29	Risks and Threats in OTA Updates	Types of risks, Impact on vehicle systems	Risks, impact	Core OTA challenges	CO4, BTL 3
30	OTA Diagnostics	Key diagnostic techniques, Tools for OTA diagnostics	OTA diagnostics, tools	Debugging OTA systems	CO4, BTL 4
31	Secure Update Delivery Mechanisms	Integrity and authenticity, Encryption methods	Secure delivery, encryption	Ensuring safe updates	CO4, BTL 4
32	Future Challenges in Securing OTA Updates	Emerging risks, Evolving security requirements	Future risks, evolving standards	Preparing for the future	CO4, BTL 5
33	Emerging Technologies in Connected Vehicles	Blockchain, AI, IoT integrations	Blockchain, AI, IoT	Advanced integration	CO4, BTL 5
34	Long-Term Challenges in Connected Vehicles	Scalability, Legal and ethical challenges	Scalability, ethics	Exploring broader issues	CO4, BTL 5
35	Integrated View of Connected Vehicles and Future Directions	Emerging technologies (e.g., AI, blockchain), Long-term challenges	AI, blockchain, next-gen trends	Concluding lecture	CO4, BTL 6

Evaluation Criteria

Component	Marks
Quiz-1	3
Assignment-1	3.5
Project Review-1	5
Mid-Term Examination	30
Quiz-2	4.5
Assignment-2	4
Project Review-2	5
Project Review-3	5
End Semester	40

Dates and Deadlines

Course Start	TBD - Dec - 2025	Deadline