When Safety Meets Cybersecurity: Uncovering the Hidden Risks of Connected Autonomous Vehicles

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Presented at Bsides Cymru 2025 by

Iryna Bernyk

Cars today are computers on wheels. As they become smarter and more connected, they also open the door to new kinds of attacks—where a digital exploit can have physical, even life-threatening consequences. This talk shines a light on the overlooked intersection between safety and cybersecurity in modern vehicles, revealing how small flaws can escalate into large-scale risks and why traditional defences aren’t enough.