IEEE Communications Surveys and Tutorials, 2026 (SCI-Expanded, Scopus)
The security of intra- and inter-vehicle networks relies heavily on the implementation of intrusion detection systems (IDS) and intrusion prevention systems (IPS). These crucial technologies serve as the primary defence mechanisms against cyber threats, continuously monitoring and mitigating malicious activities within vehicles and across interconnected vehicular networks to ensure secure and reliable communication. This survey examines research works of IDS and IPS for intra- and inter-vehicle networks from 2020 to 2025, introducing an innovative taxonomy. This study analyzes various intrusion detection and prevention strategies, as well as attack surfaces, scenarios, and benchmark datasets for intra- and inter-vehicle networks. Furthermore, this paper emphasizes the necessity of collaborative IDS/IPS for both intra- and inter-vehicle networks and discuses directions for future research in this field.