Cyber Security

The United States Coast Guard (USCG) published its final rule to introduce cybersecurity requirements for US-flagged vessels.

Dryad Global has published its latest analysis, offering insights into the emerging risks and opportunities that will define the maritime industry in 2025, including cyber security considerations. 

Vallianz was hit by a cyberattack, granting an unauthorized party access to the company's servers, with no impact to its operations reported.

Branche Organisatie Zeehavens (BOZ), the Ministry of Infrastructure and Water Management (I&W), and the National Coordinator for Counterterrorism and Security (NCTV) have developed an approach to address cyber security risks in Dutch ports with the new Cyber Strategy for Dutch Seaports.

BV awarded MicroSec a LoA for its CyberAssessor tool, designed to support shipowners to remain compliant with the UR E26 requirements.

A new report by DNV reveals that the majority (61%) of maritime professionals believe the industry should accept increased cyber risk from digitalization if it enables innovation and new technologies.

In its Global Maritime Cyber Threat Report published earlier this month, Marlink explores cyber threats within the maritime industry, highlighting the increase in sophisticated attack methods such as reverse proxy phishing.

Marlink has released the latest global maritime cyber threat report produced by its Security Operations Centre (SOC).

DNV has acquired CyberOwl to bolster the cyber defenses of the shipping industry, forming one of the largest maritime cyber security specialists.

The International Maritime Organization (IMO) has launched a new cyber security toolkit that will help the global maritime industry respond better to ever-evolving ‘insider threats’.