Data Transmissions - Seat Tarraco Owner's Manual

Data transmissions

Cybersecurity
Introduction
What is cybersecurity?
Cybersecurity refers to measures that reduce
the risk of unauthorised access to vehicle func-
tions, data and control units via malware or an
attach over the Internet.
What are connectivity components?
Control units for data transmissions, interfaces
and media and diagnostic connections are
connectivity components through which data
and information can be exchanged between
the vehicle and external devices or the Internet.
Connectivity components that are not part of
the equipment of all of the vehicles particularly
include:
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Connection socket for diagnosis.
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Control unit with an integrated eSIM card
(OCU).
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Telephone interface.
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Full Link.
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NFC wireless communication technology.
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Bluetooth Interface®.
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USB (connection).
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Transreceiver module.
Data transmissions Cybersecurity
The connectivity components are key points
in cybersecurity. Connectivity components are
also fitted with security mechanisms that mini-
mise the risk of unauthorised third parties gain-
ing access to vehicle systems.
Security mechanisms
Software and locking mechanisms mounted on
the vehicle are being developed continuously.
As in the case of computers or mobile phone
device operating systems, software and locking
mechanisms mounted on the vehicle can also
be updated non-periodically. In general, soft-
ware updates improve the security, stability and
speed of execution of vehicle systems that have
already been manufactured.
Minimising risks
You can contribute to reducing the risk of un-
authorized third parties accessing the vehicle
systems and their functions:
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Do not use data storage devices, Bluetooth®
devices or mobile phone devices that contain
manipulated data or malicious software in the
vehicle.
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Immediately install the system updates provi-
ded by SEAT.
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Only get vehicle repair and maintenance
work done at specialised workshops. SEAT rec-
ommends visiting a SEAT dealership for this.
WARNING
The risk of unauthorised third parties gaining
access to vehicle functions, data and con-
trol units through malware or an attack over
the Internet cannot be ruled out despite the
vehicle's security mechanisms. If malicious
software is introduced into the vehicle, it can
influence, deactivate or control the control
units and vehicle functions and cause serious
accidents and fatal injuries.
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If the vehicle operates differently than
usual or reacts or behaves strangely, reduce
speed immediately (where possible) in a
controlled manner and drive to the nearest
specialist workshop without delay, or seek
the assistance of specialist personnel.
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Malicious software can also access data
and information stored in control units, the
infotainment system, connected data stor-
age devices and paired mobile phone devi-
ces.
WARNING
Computers, data storage devices and mobile
phone devices that connect to the Internet or
that are used on public or private networks
can be infected by manipulated data and
malicious software.
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Protect your computer, data media and
mobile phone devices with a suitable anti-vi-
rus program and by taking widespread pre-
cautionary measures.
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