In recent years, Israeli firms have created sophisticated cyber tools capable of infiltrating various car systems to gather intelligence on vehicle owners. These tools enable the cross-referencing of intelligence targets with the cars they use, identifying their location among thousands of vehicles on the road, allowing eavesdropping through phone systems, and tracking them in real-time.

Modern vehicles have evolved into highly computerized machines, functioning like computers on wheels, with numerous digital systems crucial for operation. Today's cars comprise dozens of computerized components that communicate with each other and with the automotive manufacturer's cloud system, enabling remote monitoring of vital systems such as brakes, gears, airbags, and steering. SIM cards installed in vehicles ensure continuous communication for navigation and multimedia systems, allowing new applications to remotely manage car heating and cooling before arrival, as well as enabling manufacturers to access vehicle data, identify operational issues, perform software updates, and locate the vehicle in cases of theft or malfunction.

This technological evolution exposes both cars and their owners to cybersecurity breaches and intelligence tracking, raising significant privacy concerns. The article highlights a concerning incident from last summer, wherein personal data and location histories of car owners were leaked, amplifying the urgency to address these vulnerabilities and protect consumer privacy in the digital age.