NATO’s Cybersecurity Warning: Maritime Ports at Risk as Digital Threats Escalate

Ports Handle Trade. But They Can’t Handle a Breach – Maritime ports manage over 80% of global trade. They are also integral to NATO’s military logistics. They are critical infrastructure. But they are not ready for cyber war. NATO’s Cooperative Cyber Defence Centre of Excellence (CCDCOE) says ports face “unprecedented cybersecurity threats.” The actors? Russia, … Read more

Urgent Maritime Cybersecurity Warning: GAO and Coast Guard Sound the Alarm

Cybersecurity Concerns Front and Center Cybersecurity across the U.S. Maritime Transportation System (MTS) remains a pressing concern, according to Rear Admiral Wayne R. Arguin’s introduction in the Coast Guard’s 2024 Port State Control Annual Report. He stresses that increased digital integration has opened new vulnerabilities in maritime operations. Arguin calls on industry leaders to evaluate … Read more

GAO Report: Coast Guard Must Strengthen Maritime Cybersecurity

The U.S. Government Accountability Office (GAO) has released a report urging the Coast Guard to enhance its oversight of the Maritime Transportation System (MTS) to address shortcomings in maritime cybersecurity. The report, titled “Coast Guard: Additional Efforts Needed to Address Cybersecurity Risks to the Maritime Transportation System,” identifies critical vulnerabilities, gaps in oversight, and deficiencies … Read more

Maritime Cybersecurity Strengthened by Beacon and Akimbo’s Proactive Defense Alliance

Maritime trade is a vital component of the global supply chain, supporting the efficient movement of goods worldwide and increasingly relying on advanced technology. The industry faces increasing cybersecurity challenges as sophisticated attacks rise and regulatory standards tighten. Threats targeting information technology (IT) and operational technology (OT) systems are putting maritime operators under pressure to … Read more

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