VicOne announced that it is partnering with TomTom, to safeguard connected cars that perform as an extension of the driver's digital life. Working with TomTom, VicOne enables OEMs to further protect their users' data privacy in-vehicle through its purpose-built smart cockpit cybersecurity software. Focused on delivering greatly enhanced and more secure services to car users to extend their cabin experience, automotive ecosystem players are now planning to provide in-vehicle infotainment (IVI) apps, for conference calling or gaming for example.

Adding these expanded applications could make the vehicle more vulnerable to cyber-attacks, leading to the theft of car users' personal information. Drivers can protect themselves against these threats with the VicOne security app that can be downloaded and installed on their IVI system. This protects private and personal information that cyber-thieves can steal from in-car phone or video calls using malicious IVI apps or vulnerable browsers.

VicOne detects these malicious apps and URLs and alerts car owners to avoid opening them. The VicOne solution also allows car owners to block these apps to prevent future exposure. In addition, VicOne's solution can turn passive into active with 24/7 personal data surveillance, monitoring everything from email addresses to bank account numbers, credit card details, social security numbers, and much more.

When this sensitive personal information is leaked, VicOne notifies car owners so they can take action immediately to protect themselves and their data from being compromised. VicOne's future-proof smart cockpit cybersecurity protection solution gives in-vehicle IVI increased protection. By combining its xCarbon ECU intrusion detection and prevention systems, with the TomTom Digital Cockpit, VicOne enables OEM's to provide multi-layered cybersecurity for their offerings, and help car owners feel safe from cyberattacks before and after purchasing their cars.