A tailored course, built for your situation
Advanced Vehicle Network Security for Modern EV Systems
Secure tomorrow’s mobility with precision-engineered defenses for today’s evolving EV architecture
$199 one-time
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Hand-built implementation playbook
12 modules. 12 chapters per module. 144 chapters total.
12 modules, each with 12 chapters (144 chapters total), text-based, plus downloadable templates and a hand-built implementation playbook delivered alongside course access.
One compromised node in a connected EV fleet can cascade into system-wide failures , and the attack surface grows with every software update.
The situation this course is for
As automakers accelerate EV rollouts, legacy security models are being stretched beyond capacity. Over-the-air updates, increased sensor integration, and cloud-connected features introduce new entry points for exploitation. Traditional perimeter thinking fails when the vehicle itself becomes a distributed network. The gap between automotive development cycles and real-time threat response leaves teams exposed.
Who this is for
Embedded systems engineer or cybersecurity lead working on connected or electric vehicles, responsible for securing vehicle networks amid aggressive product timelines and complex supply chains.
Who this is not for
Managers seeking high-level overviews or non-technical stakeholders without hands-on responsibility for network architecture or threat mitigation.
What you walk away with
- Map current EV network topologies to known attack vectors
- Implement zero-trust segmentation within CAN FD and Ethernet domains
- Detect and isolate intrusion attempts in real time using behavioral baselines
- Design secure OTA update pipelines resistant to rollback and spoofing
- Build compliance-ready documentation for ISO/SAE 21434 and UNECE R155
The 12 modules (with all 144 chapters)
Module 1. Threat Landscape in Modern EV Architectures
Examine the shift from mechanical to digital attack surfaces. Understand how high-voltage systems, battery management units, and regenerative braking features expand exposure. Identify threat actors targeting EV-specific components and learn to prioritize risks based on exploitability and impact.
12 chapters in this module
- From OBD2 to OTA: Attack surface evolution
- EV-specific vulnerabilities in BMS
- Charging port communication risks
- Telematics unit as entry point
- Sensor spoofing in regenerative systems
- CAN FD vs. Automotive Ethernet risks
- Firmware extraction techniques
- Over-the-air update weaknesses
- Battery firmware manipulation paths
- In-vehicle network trust assumptions
- Remote diagnostics exposure
- Supply chain hardware risks
Module 2. Secure by Design: EV Network Topology Planning
Design resilient network layouts from the ground up. Learn to segment domains, enforce least privilege, and integrate security into early development phases. Apply defense-in-depth principles tailored to distributed EV systems with mixed legacy and modern protocols.
12 chapters in this module
- Domain separation strategies
- Zone-based firewall placement
- Micro-segmentation for ECUs
- Secure boot integration
- Hardware security module roles
- Key management lifecycle
- Secure pairing mechanisms
- Physical port access control
- Diagnostic interface hardening
- Secure flashing workflows
- Role-based access for tools
- Secure recovery modes
Module 3. CAN FD and Ethernet Intrusion Detection
Detect malicious activity within high-speed vehicle networks. Develop detection rules for abnormal message frequency, spoofed IDs, and out-of-sequence packets. Implement lightweight monitoring agents suitable for resource-constrained environments.
12 chapters in this module
- Normalizing CAN FD traffic patterns
- Ethernet frame anomaly detection
- Message frequency baselining
- ID spoofing identification
- Timing attack recognition
- Payload entropy analysis
- Session hijacking signs
- Diagnostic command abuse
- Fuzzing response monitoring
- ECU impersonation detection
- Bus flooding indicators
- Legitimate vs. malicious reprogramming
Module 4. Over-the-Air Update Security
Protect the entire OTA pipeline from source to deployment. Validate cryptographic signatures, prevent rollback attacks, and ensure integrity across distributed nodes. Integrate secure update practices without sacrificing deployment speed.
12 chapters in this module
- Code signing best practices
- Rollback attack prevention
- Delta update verification
- Secure bootloader design
- Update authentication flow
- Key rotation strategies
- Firmware decryption safeguards
- Update staging validation
- Silent failure detection
- Update interruption handling
- Multi-ECU coordination
- Post-update integrity checks
Module 5. Battery Management System Hardening
Defend the core of EV performance and safety. Identify common BMS attack vectors, including voltage spoofing and temperature sensor manipulation. Implement cryptographic validation and redundancy checks to maintain system integrity.
12 chapters in this module
- BMS sensor calibration risks
- Voltage injection attacks
- Temperature sensor spoofing
- Cell balancing manipulation
- State-of-charge falsification
- Communication bus isolation
- Secure BMS firmware updates
- Hardware tamper detection
- Battery passport integration
- Charge cycle anomaly detection
- Fast charging protocol risks
- Battery fire trigger prevention
Module 6. Telematics and Remote Access Protection
Secure always-on connectivity without compromising functionality. Harden remote access points, prevent unauthorized command execution, and implement secure authentication for cloud-to-vehicle communication.
12 chapters in this module
- Remote start exploit paths
- GPS spoofing detection
- Geofence manipulation
- Secure session tokens
- Two-factor for remote commands
- API rate limiting
- Vehicle location privacy
- Remote diagnostics hardening
- Cloud-to-vehicle encryption
- Command authorization layers
- SIM-based authentication
- Roaming network risks
Module 7. Sensor Integrity and Spoofing Defense
Ensure trust in critical vehicle inputs. Detect and mitigate spoofing attempts on radar, lidar, and camera systems. Implement cross-validation and redundancy to maintain safe operation under adversarial conditions.
12 chapters in this module
- Radar spoofing techniques
- Lidar jamming detection
- Camera feed manipulation
- Ultrasonic sensor interference
- Sensor fusion validation
- GPS time spoofing
- IMU manipulation
- Cross-modal consistency checks
- Environmental plausibility
- Temporal coherence analysis
- Sensor calibration locks
- Fail-operational modes
Module 8. Supply Chain Hardware Security
Ensure component integrity from factory to integration. Establish verification protocols for third-party ECUs, sensors, and communication modules. Mitigate risks from compromised hardware or malicious firmware.
12 chapters in this module
- Trusted component sourcing
- Hardware backdoor detection
- Firmware authenticity checks
- Secure boot chain validation
- JTAG port protection
- Chip-level tamper resistance
- OEM supplier audits
- Hardware root of trust
- Component provenance tracking
- Secure packaging verification
- Counterfeit detection methods
- Post-delivery inspection
Module 9. Incident Response for Connected Vehicles
Respond effectively to in-field compromises. Develop playbooks for containment, forensic data collection, and over-the-air remediation. Coordinate responses across engineering, legal, and customer support teams.
12 chapters in this module
- Remote compromise identification
- Secure data extraction
- Fleet-wide alerting
- Over-the-air patching
- Customer communication protocols
- Regulatory reporting triggers
- Forensic data preservation
- ECU memory dump procedures
- Attack timeline reconstruction
- Vendor coordination steps
- Legal hold processes
- Post-incident review
Module 10. Compliance and Standards Alignment
Meet global regulatory requirements with precision. Align implementations with ISO/SAE 21434, UNECE R155, and regional cybersecurity mandates. Document controls effectively for audit readiness.
12 chapters in this module
- ISO 21434 threat analysis
- Risk assessment documentation
- Security case development
- UNECE R155 compliance
- Audit trail requirements
- Vulnerability disclosure process
- Penetration testing scope
- Security validation reports
- Change management logging
- Third-party assessment prep
- Compliance automation
- Cross-border regulation mapping
Module 11. Penetration Testing for EV Systems
Conduct realistic red team exercises on vehicle networks. Simulate real-world attack paths, from physical access to remote exploitation. Use findings to strengthen defenses before deployment.
12 chapters in this module
- Physical access testing
- OBD2 port exploitation
- Wireless interface probing
- Bluetooth pairing attacks
- Wi-Fi network intrusion
- NFC relay attacks
- Firmware extraction
- Reverse engineering tools
- Exploit chain development
- Privilege escalation paths
- Lateral movement simulation
- Post-exploitation reporting
Module 12. Future-Proofing EV Security
Anticipate next-generation threats and technologies. Prepare for quantum-resistant cryptography, AI-driven attacks, and evolving regulatory landscapes. Build adaptable security frameworks that scale with innovation.
12 chapters in this module
- Quantum computing risks
- Post-quantum cryptography
- AI-generated attack patterns
- Behavioral anomaly baselines
- Autonomous fleet security
- Vehicle-to-grid risks
- V2X authentication
- Blockchain for log integrity
- Decentralized identity models
- Over-the-air revocation
- Security debt management
- Long-term key strategy
How this maps to your situation
- Responding to China market shifts in EV adoption
- Hardening systems during platform transition
- Meeting new compliance deadlines
- Scaling security across global fleets
Before vs. after
Before
Uncertain about how evolving EV architectures expose legacy assumptions in your security model, reacting to threats after deployment, struggling to align with compliance mandates under tight timelines.
After
Confident in designing secure-by-default EV networks, proactively identifying risks in OTA and BMS systems, delivering compliant and resilient solutions ahead of market shifts.
What's included with your purchase
- 12 modules with 12 chapters each (144 chapters)
- Downloadable templates and worked examples for every module
- Hand-built implementation playbook delivered alongside course access
- 30-day money-back guarantee
Delivery and format
- Course and learning environment access provisioned within 24 hours of purchase
- Hand-built implementation playbook delivered alongside course access
Format: Text-based modules and chapters in the Art of Service learning environment, plus downloadable templates and worked examples for every chapter, plus the hand-built implementation playbook delivered alongside course access.
Time investment: Approximately 3 hours per module, designed for engineers to integrate learning into active development cycles without disruption.
If nothing changes
Without updated defenses, your systems risk exposure to exploits that could lead to safety incidents, regulatory penalties, brand damage, and costly recalls , especially as EV complexity grows and attack tools become more accessible.
How this compares to the alternatives
Generic cybersecurity courses lack EV-specific context. Competitor programs focus on theory, not implementation. This course delivers actionable frameworks tailored to real-world vehicle network challenges, with templates and playbooks ready for immediate use.
Frequently asked
Is this course focused on electric vehicles specifically?
Yes, every module is tailored to the unique security challenges of electric and connected vehicles, including BMS, OTA updates, and high-speed network protocols.
How is the course structured?
12 modules, each containing 12 chapters (144 chapters total).
Does it cover compliance standards like UNECE R155?
Yes, Module 10 provides detailed guidance on aligning with UNECE R155, ISO/SAE 21434, and other global regulations.
$199 one-time. Approximately 3 hours per module, designed for engineers to integrate learning into active development cycles without disruption..
Within 24 hours your account in the learning environment is provisioned and the tailored implementation playbook is delivered alongside it.
30-day money-back guarantee·
144 chapters·
Hand-built playbook included·
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