Protecting Intelligent Traffic Management Systems from Physical Attacks

Status

In Progress

Project Timeline

September 1, 2025 - September 30, 2026

Principal Investigator

Campus(es)

UC Irvine

Project Summary

As California deploys more intelligent traffic management systems, their sensors face risks from deliberate interference, such as lasers, acoustic spoofing, or electromagnetic disruptions. This project will systematically evaluate these threats in both lab and real-world settings to identify vulnerabilities, test defenses, and develop strategies to ensure these systems remain safe and reliable, especially for vulnerable road users like pedestrians and transit riders.