Wireless Technology In Cars Are Fine, But Who Will Secure Them?

Automakers are cramming automobiles with wireless technology but when it comes to securing them, a lot is left.

According to a new report, automakers have failed to adequately protect those features against the real possibility that hackers could take control of vehicles or steal personal data.

The report, which is an analysis of information that manufacturers provided to senator "reveal there is a clear lack of appropriate security measures to protect drivers against hackers who may be able to take control of a vehicle or against those who may wish to collect and use personal driver information."

"Drivers have come to rely on these new technologies, but unfortunately the automakers haven't done their part to protect us from cyberattacks or privacy invasions," said Sen. Edward Markey, D-Mass., in a statement.

Among report findings, it was underscored that each manufacturer has been handling the introduction of new technology in very different ways and for the most part these actions are not enough to ensure security. A consulted security expert said the security protections cited by manufacturers can be get around by hackers in most cases.

The report further stated that only one manufacturer appeared able to detect a hacking attempt while it was happening and only two described credible means of responding to such intrusions in real time.