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Certified Fundamentals of Automotive Cybersecurity

The Certified Fundamentals of Automotive Cybersecurity course provides a strong foundation in securing modern connected and software-defined vehicles. You will learn about automotive architectures, Electronic Control Units (ECUs), CAN bus, vehicle communication networks, connected vehicle technologies, common cybersecurity threats, and essential security practices.
The course focuses on understanding automotive attack surfaces, cybersecurity risks, vulnerabilities, and fundamental security assessment concepts.

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Learn from industry experts with real-world experience in IoT security and research.

Certified Fundamentals of Automotive Cybersecurity

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COURSE OVERVIEW

What You'll Learn

A practical and hands-on curriculum designed to take you from the basics
to advanced CFAC concepts and real-world investigation skills.

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Real-World Skills.

Gain hands-on experience with industry-
relevant tools and techniques to become
confident in real-world CFAC investigations

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OSINT Course Overview
Automotive Curriculum

Module 1 — Introduction to the Automotive Industry

Automotive Industry Overview

Understand the design, development, manufacturing, marketing, and sale of motor vehicles and the ecosystem connecting automakers, suppliers, dealerships, and aftermarket service providers.

Module 3 — Briefing of ECU Groups and Domains

Powertrain and Chassis

Understand how powertrain ECUs manage engine, transmission, and drivetrain functions, while chassis ECUs support steering, braking, suspension, and stability control.

Body and Infotainment

Explore ECUs responsible for lighting, climate control, doors, windows, multimedia, navigation, and vehicle connectivity.

Safety and ADAS

Learn about safety-related ECUs used for airbag deployment, collision avoidance, and advanced driver assistance functions.

Module 5 — Body Electronics

Body Control Module (BCM)

Understand how the BCM manages vehicle body functions, including lighting, door locks, windows, and related electrical systems.

Climate Control and Trailer Module

Explore HVAC control and trailer-related electrical functions, including lighting and supported braking interfaces.

Anti-Pinch Module

Learn how obstruction detection helps stop power windows or sunroofs to reduce the risk of injury.

Module 7 — ADAS (Advanced Driver Assistance Systems)

ADAS Fundamentals

Understand how ADAS technologies support driver awareness, vehicle safety, and assisted driving.

Key ADAS Functions

Explore adaptive cruise control, lane departure warning, automatic emergency braking, and parking assistance.

Sensors and Algorithms

Learn how radar, cameras, and processing algorithms interpret the vehicle's surroundings to support driving assistance.

Module 9 — Briefing of Specifications

ISO 26262 — Functional Safety

Understand the functional safety lifecycle and methods used to manage risks arising from electrical and electronic system failures.

ISO/SAE 21434 — Cybersecurity

Explore automotive cybersecurity engineering, threat analysis, risk assessment, and security management throughout the vehicle lifecycle.

AUTOSAR

Learn how AUTOSAR standardizes automotive software architecture and supports system integration and reuse.

Module 11 — Automotive Cybersecurity Scope and Work Packages

Risk Assessment and Management

Identify automotive cybersecurity risks and understand how risk-based mitigation strategies are selected and evaluated.

Module 2 — Vehicle External Communications

Vehicle EE Architecture

Learn how electronic control units (ECUs), sensors, actuators, and communication buses work together to control and monitor vehicle functions.

Communication Protocols

Explore high-speed CAN, LIN, Automotive Ethernet, and FlexRay, including their roles in vehicle communication and system integration.

Module 4 — Multimedia Head Unit

Instrument Panel Cluster

Understand how the instrument cluster displays vehicle speed, fuel level, warning indicators, and other essential driving information.

Head-Up Display (HUD)

Explore how vehicle information is projected onto the windshield to improve driver awareness and convenience.

Telematics Box (T-Box)

Learn how telematics systems support connectivity, remote diagnostics, vehicle status reporting, and over-the-air updates.

Module 6 — E-Powertrain

Vehicle Control Unit and Electric Drive

Learn how the VCU coordinates electric powertrain components and how electric drive systems control the traction motor.

Power Distribution Unit (PDU)

Understand how electrical power is distributed from the battery to vehicle systems.

Battery Management and Charging

Explore how the BMS monitors battery health and safety, while the charging control unit manages safe and efficient EV charging.

Module 8 — Gateway

Gateway ECU Fundamentals

Understand how a gateway ECU connects different vehicle networks and electronic control units.

Communication Between Domains

Learn how gateways route and manage data traffic between powertrain, body, infotainment, and other vehicle domains.

Secure Vehicle Communication

Explore the role of gateway filtering, access controls, and secure communication in protecting vehicle networks.

Module 10 — OBD2 (On-Board Diagnostics)

OBD2 Fundamentals

Understand the OBD2 standard and its role in emissions monitoring, vehicle diagnostics, and fault reporting.

Diagnostic Data and Trouble Codes

Learn how diagnostic trouble codes and supported live data help technicians identify vehicle faults and performance issues.

Vehicle Troubleshooting

Explore diagnostic workflows and the responsible use of compatible scan tools to support maintenance and troubleshooting.

How This Course
Benefits You

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Automotive & Vehicle Security Knowledge

Understand automotive architectures, ECUs, CAN bus, vehicle networks, connected technologies, and common automotive security challenges.

Automotive Cybersecurity Fundamentals

Learn fundamental concepts of automotive threats, vulnerabilities, attack surfaces, risk assessment, and essential security practices.

Practical Security Assessment

Develop an understanding of automotive network analysis, vulnerability identification, threat assessment, and controlled security testing.

Industry-Ready Automotive Skills

Build a strong foundation for careers in automotive cybersecurity, ECU security, vehicle security testing, embedded security, CAN bus security, and automotive penetration testing.

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