Explore the critical aspects of securing connected vehicles in this 43-minute conference talk by Eystein Stenberg, Product Manager at Mender.io. Delve into real-world examples of connected car opportunities, including Tesla's over-the-air updates and their impact on accident reduction. Examine the technical details of the Jeep Cherokee hack, learning how attackers gained remote control and what steps can be taken to mitigate such risks. Discover best practices for implementing secure over-the-air software updates with failover management. Gain insights from Stenberg's extensive experience in security and systems management, covering topics such as the anatomy of car hacks, the importance of timely security patching, and strategies to reduce attack surfaces in increasingly complex automotive systems.