From sensitive information to key operating systems, vessels have a large amount of cyber-related systems in place that may be targeted by attackers. Cyber security services can help upgrade systems where necessary and will help a crew’s practice to strengthen a public vessel’s cyber security for both crew and passengers,
Passenger ships face all the same operations and software risks as other maritime vessels. Where cyber security differs on passenger ships, however, is the added risk of passenger’s connected devices being affected by any attacks or incidents. Not only are the operators and crews at risk of losing sensitive, possibly confidential data, but the passengers are also at risk too.
The risks of compromising passenger’s connected devices to a vessel’s cyber security are huge as it could lead to huge damage to reputation and even lawsuits if the cyber incident was caused by the improper practice of crew. Permits are required to carry passengers so if an incident occurs that pits passengers at risk of cyber attacks there is a chance that a passenger ship’s permit is removed.
This is on top of the risk of assets and resources being stolen through attackers which could leave businesses with unnecessary financial losses.
Operational systems such as the following can also be affected:
Cyber security services will ensure that passenger ships don’t have any outdated or compromised software that attackers can take advantage of. With regular testing, there will be no systems that are easily compromised, dissuading attacks and minimising the likelihood of incidents.
A properly maintained architecture will help passenger ships maintain operations with decreased risk, for high-quality maintenance training is required.
Training crews in proper practice for cyber security can help them optimise and reinforce the cyber security framework on a vessel. Actions as simple as better password management could be the difference between a secure vessel and an incident that could revoke a ship’s licence to carry passengers.
We offer a no-nonsense streamlined approach to cyber security that follows the steps as seen here:
We will be able to cover all of your cyber security requirements and have had extensive experience in the maritime industry.
Our high-quality design architectures and guidance can create a cyber security framework that can reliably protect both passengers and crew.
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