The new system will see software installed in internet-connected cars to detect abnormalities and dedicated teams at
In late October,
"If the computerized control is taken over during driving, it leads to fatal accidents. Practically, abnormalities need to be detected at a much earlier phase," a company official said, adding that the company's system is capable of doing just that.
The teams are expected to cooperate in collecting information and revamping the car system. The installed software can be updated remotely when needed to prevent an attack from outside,
The surveillance center will be able to manage cars both in
According to research firm
The Japanese government is also beefing up measures against cyberattacks. Cars with driving control systems that can be updated wirelessly that are to be sold from July next year must undergo screening by the
The evaluation criteria include whether automakers have secured a system to manage cybersecurity and to provide software updates accordingly, the ministry said.
The
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