Automotive vulnerability assessment & threat analysis

Identify, evaluate, and mitigate cyber risks in connected vehicles with DNV’s vulnerability assessment and threat analysis services tailored for the automotive sector.

Automotive vulnerability assessment & threat analysis

Challenges in automotive cyber threats 

Modern vehicles are increasingly connected, featuring over-the-air updates, autonomous functions, and integrated infotainment. This digital transformation opens new attack surfaces that must be proactively managed. Regulatory frameworks like UNECE R155 and ISO/SAE 21434 require thorough cybersecurity risk assessments to protect vehicle integrity, user safety, and brand reputation. 

How our vulnerability and threat services support you  

DNV’s Vulnerability assessment and threat analysis service helps automotive manufacturers and suppliers uncover system weaknesses and evaluate cyber threat exposure.

We conduct structured TARA (Threat Analysis and Risk Assessment) in line with ISO/SAE 21434, simulate attack scenarios, and identify potential security gaps across ECUs, communication networks, and backend systems. Our services span the full development lifecycle, from concept phase to post-production. 

What sets our automotive approach apart

System-aligned risk identification

Risk identification aligned with system requirements

Support for concept validation

Support for concept validation and trade-off decisions

Cross-disciplinary insights

Cross-disciplinary insights spanning software, hardware, and HMI

Integrated with ASPICE, ISO 26262

Integration with ASPICE, ISO 26262, and regulatory expectations

Strategic alignment

Strategic alignment of safety, quality, and innovation goals

Trusted experts in automotive 

DNV combines domain-specific knowledge with systems engineering expertise to support early-stage automotive development.

We help innovators balance speed, safety, and scalability with proactive risk control strategies. 

Benefits of our automotive safety services 

  • Reduced downstream rework and project delays. 
  • Faster time to market with fewer late-stage issues. 
  • More informed design decisions. 
  • Improved alignment between product vision and risk posture. 
  • Early assurance for regulators, partners, and investors. 

Resources to strengthen your risk and compliance strategy

Explore playbooks and expert insights that help organizations uncover hidden risks, enhance cybersecurity and compliance, align with leading industry standards, and build more robust governance across the full product and service lifecycle.

Contact DNV to discuss your automotive cybersecurity strategy

Identify and address cyber threats before they impact safety, brand, or compliance. DNV’s vulnerability assessment and threat analysis services help you uncover weak points, prioritise mitigations, and align with ISO/SAE 21434 and related standards across the vehicle lifecycle.

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Yoshihiko Takagi

Yoshihiko Takagi

Head of Section, Cybersecurity, Japan