Volkswagen GLI 2020 User Manual

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Data transmissions
Computers, data carriers and mobile phone
devices that are connected to the Internet or
used in public or private networks can be infected
by manipulated data and malicious software.
•
Protect your computer, data media and
mobile phone devices with appropriate anti-
virus software and security measures.
generally known.
•
Regularly update the appropriate anti-virus
software with updates and new versions
provided by the relevant vendor.
The
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Data transmissions
Cybersecurity
What are connectivity components?
Connectivity components are the key points in
cyber security. Through connectivity components,
information and data are exchanged between the
vehicle and external devices.
or Internet. Connectivity components that are not
part of the equipment of all vehicles include in
particular:
— Connection socket for diagnostics.
— Control unit with integrated eSIM card
(OCU).
— Telephone interface.
— Media Control.
— App-Connect.
— WLAN access point (Wi-Fi)
— Wireless communication technologyNFC.
— Bluetooth® phone interface.
— USB (connection).
— AUX-IN multimedia socket.
— SD card slot.
— SIM card slot.
Security mechanisms
In addition to the control units, the connectivity
components are also equipped with security
mechanisms that minimise the risk of unauthorised
third parties gaining access to the vehicle's
systems.
In-vehicle software and safety mechanisms are
continuously being developed. As in the case of
computers or the operating systems of mobile
phone devices, vehicle-mounted software and
safety mechanisms may also be updated on a non-
regular basis.
In general, software updates improve the safety,
stability and axle speed of vehicle systems already
in production.
Minimising risks
You yourself can help to reduce the risk of
unauthorised third parties gaining access to
vehicle systems and functions:
— Do not use data carriers, Bluetooth® devices or
mobile phone devices containing manipulated
data or malicious software in the vehicle.
— Have the vehicle serviced and repaired only by a
specialist workshop. Volkswagen recommends
that you have your vehicle serviced and repaired
by a Volkswagen dealer.
Privacy
The "Privacy" function gradually allows or
prevents data transmissions between the vehicle
and the Internet.
The desired mode can be set in the infotainment
system.
Introduction to the topic
The following are the main reasons for this.
serious accidents and fatal injuries.
•
If the vehicle operates differently than usual or
reacts or behaves strangely, reduce speed
immediately.
(if possible) in a controlled manner and
proceed without delay to the nearest specialist
workshop or seek the assistance of specialised
personnel, e.g. for towing the vehicle.
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Malware can also access data and
information stored in the control units, the
infotainment system, the
connected data carriers and paired mobile
phone devices.
The risk of unauthorised third parties gaining
access to vehicle functions and control units.
The use of malicious software or an Internet attack
cannot be ruled out in spite of the security
mechanisms in place in the vehicle. If malicious
software is introduced into the vehicle, it can
influence, deactivate or control the vehicle's units.
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Volkswagen GLI 2020 Specifications

General

Brand	Volkswagen
Model	GLI 2020
Category	Automobile
Language	English