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Software Security for Autonomous Vehicles: It’s Safety Critical

Software security expert Dan O’Dowd on the vulnerabilities of critical code and keeping it safe from attack.

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The need to protect software from malicious attack is obvious for critical applications in the military, aviation and industry. As AI progresses and software takes over control of tasks like driving and operating robotics, the risk of wide scale attack increases. How can the software be protected against the threat? 

Dan O’Dowd, CEO of Green Hills Software and founder of the Dawn Project describes the problems and solutions in conversation with Jim Anderton. 

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James Anderton

Jim Anderton is the Director of Content for ENGINEERING.com. Mr. Anderton was formerly editor of Canadian Metalworking Magazine and has contributed to a wide range of print and on-line publications, including Design Engineering, Canadian Plastics, Service Station and Garage Management, Autovision, and the National Post. He also brings prior industry experience in quality and part design for a Tier One automotive supplier.