US Lab Probes Security Risks in Chinese Lidar for Autonomous Vehicles

US Lab Probes Security Risks in Chinese Lidar for Autonomous Vehicles

A report from Gizmodo reveals that researchers at a federally funded laboratory have begun examining potential security vulnerabilities in lidar systems manufactured by Chinese companies. The work, conducted on behalf of American automotive and technology firms, highlights growing anxiety over foreign hardware embedded in vehicles that increasingly rely on sensors for navigation and safety features. Lidar, short for light detection and ranging, …

U.S. Government Lab Reportedly Probing Chinese Lidar Security Risks on Behalf of Private Industry

The tests come as some American automakers are exploring the possibility of using the cheaper tech in their cars.

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Exclusive: US government lab is probing Chinese-made lidar for security vulnerabilities

The security review is being performed by the Idaho National Laboratory, and the research is being funded by a company -- or a group of companies -- in the electric and autonomous vehicle industries.

US government probing security risks of Chinese LiDAR sensors

The Idaho National Laboratory is examining potential security vulnerabilities in Chinese lidar sensors, funded by stakeholders in the electric and autonomous vehicle industries.