Automotive Security POC - RF Signal Monitor

Overview

The Automotive Security Proof of Concept (POC) is a monitoring system designed to detect and alert on suspicious RF signals that could indicate potential security threats to modern vehicles. It integrates the OpenXC platform with a HackRF One software-defined radio to provide real-time monitoring, detection, and alerting capabilities.

Key Features

• Detection of anomalous RF signals in automotive frequency ranges (315MHz and 433MHz)
• Real-time monitoring dashboard with comprehensive visualization
• Alert system for suspicious activity (key fob relay attacks, cloning attempts, signal jamming)
• Integration with vehicle data through OpenXC
• Historical logging and analysis capabilities
• Mobile companion app for on-the-go monitoring and alerts

Installation

Prerequisites

• Python 3.6 or higher
• HackRF One or compatible SDR hardware
• OpenXC Vehicle Interface (or simulator)

Setup

1. Clone the Repository

   git clone https://github.com/jondmarien/automotive-security-poc.git
   cd automotive-security-poc

2. Set Up Virtual Environment

   python -m venv venv
   source venv/bin/activate  # On Windows: venv\Scripts\activate

3. Install Dependencies

   pip install -r requirements.txt

4. Prepare Log Directories

   mkdir -p src/logs/dashboard
   mkdir -p src/logs/integrated

5. Configure Hardware (If using physical devices)

   • Connect HackRF One to your computer via USB
   • Ensure OpenXC Vehicle Interface is connected or simulator is configured

Usage

1. Start the Application

   cd src
   python main_application.py

2. Main Menu Options

   • Run Integrated RF Detector: Starts real-time monitoring
   • Show Dashboard: Launches visualization dashboard
   • View Documentation: Displays system documentation
   • Exit: Closes the application

3. Using the RF Detector

   • Configure monitoring duration and detection parameters
   • View real-time RF signals and vehicle data
   • Receive alerts for suspicious activities

Screenshots

The application includes several visualization screens:

• Main dashboard for RF signal monitoring
• Alert management interface
• Detection history logs
• Configuration settings

See the app_mockups directory for visual references.

Technical Architecture

The system consists of three main components:

1. RF Signal Detection Module (HackRF): Monitors frequency bands used in automotive systems
2. Vehicle Integration Module (OpenXC): Collects real-time vehicle data
3. Monitoring and Alerting System: Provides dashboard visualization and alert generation

Future Development

Planned enhancements include:

• Enhanced signal analysis with machine learning
• Integration with existing vehicle security systems
• Dedicated hardware development
• Cloud-based fleet monitoring
• Automatic countermeasures for detected attacks

License

This project is licensed under the MIT License - see the LICENSE file for details.

The MIT License is a permissive license that allows reuse of the code while requiring attribution to the original author. You are free to use, copy, modify, merge, publish, distribute, sublicense, and/or sell copies of the software, provided that you include the original copyright notice and permission notice in all copies or substantial portions of the software.

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For detailed documentation, please refer to the POC Documentation.