Embedded Cybersecuity Services

In today’s increasingly connected world, ensuring the cybersecurity of embedded systems is paramount, particularly in high-stakes industries such as automotive and medical devices. Our comprehensive embedded cybersecurity services are designed to address the unique challenges and stringent requirements of these critical sectors.

Medical Devices Industry

  • Risk Management and Threat Assessment
    • Conduct comprehensive risk assessments specific to medical devices.
    • Identify potential threats and vulnerabilities affecting patient safety and data security.
  • Secure Device Development
    • Implement secure design practices for embedded medical devices.
    • Incorporate secure boot, hardware-based protection, and access controls.
  • Data Encryption and Protection
    • Encrypt patient data both in transit and at rest.
    • Ensure compliance with data protection regulations (e.g., HIPAA, GDPR).
  • Secure Communication Channels
    • Develop and enforce secure communication protocols for data exchange between devices and systems.
    • Implement strong authentication and authorization mechanisms.
  • Software and Firmware Updates Security
    • Ensure secure methods for updating device software and firmware.
    • Validate update integrity and authenticity through encryption and digital signatures.
  • Penetration Testing and Vulnerability Assessment
    • Perform thorough penetration testing and vulnerability analysis on medical devices.
    • Provide remediation strategies for identified issues.
  • Regulatory Compliance
    • Ensure compliance with medical device cybersecurity standards and regulations (e.g., FDA guidelines, IEC 62304).
    • Assist with documentation and certification processes.
  • Incident Response and Management
    • Develop incident response strategies for cybersecurity threats affecting medical devices.
    • Provide training and support for managing security incidents.
  • Supply Chain Security
    • Evaluate and secure the supply chain for medical device components.
    • Implement measures to ensure the integrity of third-party components and software.

Automotive Industry

End-to-end embedded software development services

  • Security Risk Assessment
    • Conduct threat modeling and vulnerability assessments specific to automotive systems.
    • Evaluate potential risks and impacts on vehicle safety and functionality.
  • Secure Embedded Design
    • Implement secure coding practices and principles during the design phase.
    • Develop secure boot and hardware-based security mechanisms.
  • Intrusion Detection Systems (IDS)
    • Deploy IDS to monitor and analyze network traffic for suspicious activities.
    • Integrate IDS with vehicle systems for real-time threat detection.
  • Over-the-Air (OTA) Updates Security
    • Ensure secure delivery and authentication of OTA firmware updates.
    • Implement encryption and integrity checks for update packages.
  • Data Protection and Privacy
    • Encrypt sensitive data both in transit and at rest.
    • Develop mechanisms for secure data storage and access control.
  • Secure Communication Protocols
    • Implement and validate secure communication standards and protocols (e.g., TLS, HTTPS).
    • Ensure robust authentication and authorization methods for vehicle networks.
  • Penetration Testing and Vulnerability Analysis
    • Perform regular penetration testing on automotive systems and components.
    • Address vulnerabilities and provide remediation strategies.
  • Regulatory Compliance
    • Ensure compliance with automotive cybersecurity regulations and standards (e.g., ISO/SAE 21434).
    • Assist with certification and documentation requirements.
  • Incident Response Planning
    • Develop and test incident response plans for automotive cybersecurity breaches.
    • Provide training and simulation exercises for response teams.

The Cogent Advantage

Our expertise in embedded cybersecurity ensures that your automotive and medical devices are protected against evolving threats, comply with industry regulations, and maintain the highest standards of safety and reliability. Let us help you secure your systems and enhance your operational resilience in an increasingly complex digital landscape.

These tailored services will help address the unique cybersecurity challenges and regulatory requirements specific to each industry.

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