Emerging Regulatory Countermeasures for Sensor Spoofing in Autonomous Vehicles
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https://doi.org/10.59022/ujldp.375Keywords:
Sensor Spoofing, Autonomous Vehicles, Cybersecurity, Regulation, Accountability, Liability, Governance, PolicyAbstract
This research explores how regulators and policymakers address the rising threat of sensor spoofing in autonomous vehicles. It highlights the growing importance of cybersecurity and accountability in the safe deployment of self-driving technologies. The study aims to examine existing legal and regulatory frameworks, identify gaps in current governance, and propose practical approaches for improvement. Using a qualitative research method based on doctrinal and document analysis, the study reviewed official laws, international standards, and peer-reviewed literature. The results show that current policies emphasize general cybersecurity but lack specific rules for spoofing, creating inconsistencies across countries. The analysis suggests that stronger coordination, clearer liability frameworks, and proactive legal design are needed to ensure safety and trust in autonomous systems. The study concludes by recommending global harmonization of standards and further research on the ethical and legal implications of emerging vehicle technologies.
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