Ford Anti-Hacking Pursuit

Hacking is a big problem in the internet world andWi-Fi network it will use WPA2 encryption by default
threatens our privacy. Once you think about all thealong with firewalls and anti-malware protection. Ford is
information you disclose on the internet it becomes aworking on making Wi-Fi a standard option on its entire
very big problem. Ford Motor Company's nextfleet of vehicles within the next five years. This will
generation of Ford Sync will come complete with Wi-Ficertainly be an appealing feature for a country that is
access and a built-in browser in properly equippedbecoming more and more connected to the internet.
cars. This luxury technology offered by Ford will is saidFord has stated that they have not encountered any
to become available in the 2011 Ford Edge and thesecurity problems with the systems as of yet. The
2011 MKX Lincoln models near the end of this year.security is a precautionary measure as they want to
SYNC features include but are not limited tobe sure that Ford customers are completely safe
hands-free calling, 911 assist, news, sports weather,from potential hacking attacks. The system is meant
business search and audible text messages. Theto protect against any possible drive by downloads
technology was first introduced in 2008.and any other form of computer attacks that are
In an effort to keep the privacy of its customers Fordpossible. In car systems are starting to be just like a
has worked on improvements to the systemshome network with advancing technology.
important security features. In order to protect the