Argus Cyber Security certified as Authorized Security Lab for Amazon Alexa Built-in

Argus Cyber Security has been certified by Amazon as an Authorized Security Lab for Alexa Built-in automotive integrations. The approval authorizes Argus to provide automotive-specific security testing services to OEMs seeking to integrate Alexa within their respective vehicle systems.

With next-generation vehicles becoming an extension of an owner’s house or office, OEMs are integrating an increasing number of convenience features – such as Alexa – within In-Vehicle Infotainment (IVI) systems.

Vehicle manufacturers seeking to integrate Alexa into their vehicles need to conduct and pass a security assessment via one of Amazon’s authorized third-party labs. The evaluation consists of an extensive set of security requirements that OEMs must meet before integrating Alexa. The requirements include access control, software update mechanisms, vulnerability management and others.

A due diligence process was conducted by Amazon, in which Argus demonstrated its ability to assess and test a production-ready IVI integrated with Alexa against Amazon’s security requirements. Argus was subsequently certified as an Authorized Security Lab following the process.

“With automotive cyberattacks on the rise, OEMs recognize the significance of testing all third-party software before it’s integrated into the vehicle,” said Yehuda Kaufman, vice president of consulting and research, Argus. “As an Authorized Security Lab for Alexa Built-In devices, Argus leverages its extensive automotive expertise to ensure that the Alexa software integration meets Amazon’s security requirements, forestalling risks to the OEM’s in-vehicle systems.”