FESCARO was honored as one of the ‘TOP 10 Automotive Solutions Providers 2023’ by CIOReview APAC. 

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An APAC-based tech magazine, CIOReview APAC recognizes top tech solution companies across diverse industries. FESCARO was honored alongside Elektrobit and Ambarella for top automotive IT solutions in 2023, recognizing the advanced technology that has produced notable achievements in the automotive cybersecurity solution field.  (Full list of awardees here)

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FESCARO, specializing in software solutions for future mobility, leverages white hat hackers and automotive electronic system developers to focus on next-generation controller business oriented to automotive cybersecurity and SDV (Software-Defined-Vehicle). To meet with cybersecurity regulations emerging from automotive electrification, we provide automakers and tier companies with a one-stop solution including TARA (Threat Analysis and Risk Assessment), security solutions, tailored engineering, and security testing. We have proven our expertise by obtaining the titles of ‘first in Korea’ and ‘only in Korea’ for the major international certifications related to automotive software and cybersecurity.

Please check the article below for more details. It was written based on an interview with Hong Seok-min, CEO of FESCARO.  (Link to original article)

 

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■ FESCARO : Enhanced Automotive Cybersecurity Solution for Future Mobility

Automotive technology has evolved to the extent where vehicles are often referred to as 'running computers.' With software defined vehicles (SDVs) becoming more prevalent, the imperative for robust cybersecurity solutions has never been more pressing.

This urgency is amplified by the intricate interconnectivity of modern car infrastructure and the widespread adoption of autonomous driving, both susceptible to an array of potential hacking threats.

In the face of these challenges, FESCARO has emerged as an unparalleled leader in automotive cybersecurity dedicated to advancing 'Mobility for All.'

FESCARO recognizes that cybersecurity is the first gateway to safe mobility innovation and the final gateway to future mobility. SDV cannot exist without cybersecurity. Due to this, automotive cybersecurity is being legislated internationally, and FESCARO is helping automakers and tier companies adapt accordingly.

Its commitment is grounded in hands-on experience and successful cases, with optimized solutions for its customers. By playing the role of cybersecurity tier 0.5, FESCARO's comprehensive solution is being preferred by global SMBs and emerging automakers even more.

“We stand as a trusted partner to support them with software solutions and tools for securing in-built vehicle systems against cyber-attacks,” says Seok-min Hong, CEO of FESCARO.

To address the inadequacy of the existing hardware-centric approach to the evolving threats of cybersecurity, FESCARO has developed a one-stop software-based solution that can adapt as per cybersecurity needs. They have achieved a Grand Slam with the four major international automotive cybersecurity certifications (CSMS, SUMS, VTA, ISO/SAE 21434) related to UN R155 and UN R156.

 

■ Redefining the Future of Automotive Industry

SDVs signify a pivotal departure from traditional automotive models. Unlike static functions in conventional vehicles, SDVs operate on a flexible software platform, allowing continuous updates and additions akin to smartphones. This necessitates continuous development even after mass production, a significant departure from the hardware-centric approach.

FESCARO, born from the collaboration of an automotive electronic system developer and a white hat hacker, leads this transformative shift. It focuses on solutions for automotive cybersecurity, next-gen Electronic Control Unit (ECU), and SDV, catering to the evolving market demands with practical and tailored methods. It does so by addressing the widening technological gap between large corporations and SMBs, ensuring ongoing development post-mass production in this software-centric automotive era.

 

■ How Does FESCARO’s Solution Protect the Vehicle?

FESCARO underscores the necessity of analyzing all internal and external aspects of a vehicle’s environment to ensure robust cybersecurity and advocates for a defense-in-depth system with a multi-layered strategy. The first layer employs a Security Gateway (SGW) for filtering inbound communication from external elements, scrutinizing and permitting only authenticated and valid messages. The second layer focuses on End-Point Electronic Control Units (ECUs), ensuring firmware authentication and validity. The third layer extends to external vehicle elements, including Vehicle-to-Everything (V2X) communication crucial for autonomous driving.

Highlighting cybersecurity as an ongoing process, FESCARO emphasizes continuous response management. This involves a real-time incident response system integrated with IT infrastructure, featuring SGW and a security management system (vSIEM). The subsequent process includes analysis, research, and development, driving advancements in security technologies based on collected data.

FESCARO's automotive cybersecurity solution, supported by internationally patented technology, is the first in South Korea to achieve FIPS 140-2 certification from the U.S. National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST). This certification validates its security reliability for deployment by the U.S. Department of Defense. FESCARO also holds Automotive SPICE Level 2 certification, enhancing its software quality. The solution has successfully applied to 11 vehicle types from five global automakers.

 

■ A Seamless Collaboration for the Best Results

FESCARO understands and addresses automotive cybersecurity challenges across the vehicle lifecycle and value chain. The company actively responds to cybersecurity needs from development through production to post-production, engaging in in-depth interviews with client’s teams to comprehend their work status and interests.

Using these insights, FESCARO crafts optimized workflows, leading end-to-end system development and operational management. It creates comprehensive IT-based systems that automate operations from the production line to maintenance, ensuring real-time vehicle connectivity.

This collaborative approach has yielded notable successes, such as assisting K Group, a global automaker, in achieving three UN certifications (CSMS, VTA, SUMS) from 2021 onwards. FESCARO's comprehensive services include regulatory consulting, threat analysis and risk assessment, security solutions, engineering, testing, deployment, and IT infrastructure.

In another achievement, FESCARO secured ISO/SAE 21434 certification for Kanavi Mobility, a global controller development company, in April 2023. These successes solidify FESCARO's expertise in the four major international automotive cybersecurity certifications.

Success is rooted in the company’s goal, ‘Making practical breakthroughs to realize Mobility for All.’

Winning the award became a great opportunity to promote FESCARO's technology onto the global stage. We will actively expand overseas business, focusing on automotive cybersecurity essential to the SDV era and the development of next-generation controllers that create high-added value.