Cars today are loaded with technology. Multiple computer systems run various components that improve drivability, emissions, and comfort. Computers control steering, braking, acceleration, gauges, engine, and transmissions.

But studies recently being conducted are demonstrating that car manufacturers aren’t taking security as seriously as they should.

A recent report found that manufacturers lack consistent and standardized security, and that most have almost no resources in place to detect or respond to a security breach in one of their automobiles. This leaves consumers vulnerable to an attack, with little you – or they – can currently do to prevent it.

Learn more about what you need to know about your car’s technology in Matt Rice’s ClearTech blog.

Matt Rice is an Owner and Chief Technology Officer of Burgess Computer, a comprehensive IT support, managed service and network design firm located in Bath serving clients in southern, midcoast and central Maine. www.burgesscomputer.com