As a result of this certification, Vector is now offering cybersecurity solutions that meet the highest international standards associated with ISO/SAE 21434. This is the standard for cybersecurity risk management in road vehicles, and it ensures that vehicles meet strict security requirements throughout their entire life cycle.
The ISO/SAE 21434 certification of the MICROSAR HSM firmware confirms the use of state-of-the-art processes in automotive cybersecurity and the product documentation provides detailed integration instructions, enabling ECU developers to integrate the software efficiently and seamlessly into their systems.
This certification also helps to successfully meet the high requirements of the supply chain for type approval of vehicles worldwide.
In addition to the Cybersecurity Management System (CSMS) certification, Vector now also offers product-specific certification in accordance with ISO/SAE 21434 to support the implementation of UN Regulation No. 155 (R155).
Hardware Security Modules are a central component of modern ECUs as they protect systems against unauthorised access and manipulation. The MICROSAR HSM firmware provides cryptographic services and accesses the available hardware resources of the HSM. With basic cryptographic functions, a secure key memory, and secure boot mechanisms, the firmware has been developed to optimise the protection of ECUs against cyberattacks.
Modern vehicles are increasingly networked, permanently online and regularly receive over-the-air updates - similar to PCs or mobile devices, all of which increases the risk of targeted cyberattacks.
Reliable cybersecurity is therefore an indispensable key to safe vehicle development.
