To help mitigate cybersecurity risks associated with connected automobiles, Intel is establising the Automotive Security Review Board (ASRB). The board will encompass top security industry talent across the globe with particular areas of expertise in cyber-physical systems. The ASRB researchers will perform ongoing security tests and audits intended to codify best practices and design recommendations for advanced cybersecurity solutions and products to benefit the automobile industry and drivers.

Gartner predicts that "by 2020, the number of connected passenger vehicles on the road in use will be about 150 million; 60% to 75% of them will be capable of consuming, creating and sharing Web-based data." The transition to a more connected world is exciting and requires that cybersecurity be addressed.

Intel will provide the ASRB with its automotive advanced development platforms on which to conduct research. Findings will then be published publicly as part of an ongoing process. To motivate the ASRB researchers, Intel will award a new car to the member who provides the most significant and impactful cybersecurity contribution that can be implemented on Intel’s automotive platform. All details related to the Intel development platform and areas of security audit focus will be provided at the inaugural ASRB meet-up next month.

Intel also published the first version of its automotive cybersecurity best practices white paper, which the company will continue to update based on ASRB findings.

The paper analyzes risks associated with the next generation of connected automobiles and provides security recommendations for the automotive industry.