UPGRADING MARITIME CYBERSECURITY IN A DANGEROUS WORLD

UPGRADING MARITIME CYBERSECURITY IN A DANGEROUS WORLD

This podcast from Transport Security International Magazine, discusses the significant vulnerabilities of maritime shipping to cyber attacks, highlighting the substantial financial and logistical risks involved. It explores the reasons behind this vulnerability, including outdated technology, a lack of cybersecurity expertise onboard vessels, and the complex nature of maritime operations. The podcast then presents a range of practical solutions to improve maritime cybersecurity, emphasising the importance of a comprehensive approach encompassing asset inventory, vulnerability management, basic cyber hygiene, and the creation of robust incident response plans. The piece concludes by advocating for the inclusion of cybersecurity expertise onboard vessels to effectively manage and respond to cyber threats.