Start Date: December 26,27,28 & 29, 2024

Time: 4 PM CET - 8 PM CET (4 hours each day)

Total Duration: 16 hours

Prerequisite: None

Course Outline:

Module 1: Introduction to Cryptography 

• What is cryptography and its importance in automotive cybersecurity? 

• Core cryptographic concepts: confidentiality, integrity, authentication, non-repudiation. 

• Overview of cryptographic primitives: encryption, decryption, hashing, digital signatures. 

Module 2: Symmetric Key Cryptography 

• Introduction to symmetric key algorithms (e.g., AES, DES) 

• Block ciphers and stream ciphers: principles and operation modes. 

• Key management considerations for symmetric encryption in automotive systems. 

Module 3: Asymmetric Key Cryptography 

• Introduction to public-key cryptography (PKI) and key pairs. 

• Understanding digital certificates and their role in authentication. 

• Public-key algorithms (e.g., RSA, Elliptic Curve Cryptography) and their applications. 

Module 4: Digital Signatures and Message Authentication 

• Digital signature schemes and their properties. 

• Hashing functions and their role in digital signatures. 

• Message authentication codes (MAC) and their use in automotive communication. 

Module 5: Cryptographic Applications in Automotive Cybersecurity 

• Securing communication channels using TLS/SSL and secure in-vehicle communication protocols. 

• Protecting software updates and data integrity using digital signatures. 

• Key management strategies for automotive systems (e.g., Hardware Security Modules). 

Module 6: Cryptographic Vulnerabilities and Mitigations 

• Common cryptographic weaknesses (e.g., brute-force attacks, side-channel attacks). 

• Secure coding practices for cryptographic implementations. 

• Importance of algorithm selection and key size based on security requirements. 

Module 7: Case Studies and Real-World Applications 

• Exploring real-world applications of cryptography in automotive systems (e.g., keyless entry, secure boot). 

• Analyzing case studies of cryptographic vulnerabilities in automotive security breaches. 

Module 8: Wrap-Up and Q&A 

• Summary of key concepts and best practices. 

• Q&A session to address participant questions and real-world scenarios.