Lesson 1 Topic 1: Risks to ships large and small.

Why is maritime cybersecurity important?

Most of the world’s globally traded goods travel by sea. That’s why maritime security is key for supply chain security. Meanwhile, maritime cybersecurity faces threats at multiple places, including ports, communications systems and ships themselves.

What does cyber security affect in ship?

Cyber security is important because of its potential effect on personnel, the ship, environment, company, and cargo. Cyber security is concerned with the protection of IT, OT, information and data from unauthorized access, manipulation, and disruption. System (GPS) is the most frequently used. shipboard systems.

Who is responsible for the regular security inspections of the ship?

The main responsibilities are under the ship security officer (SSO). Those responsibilities include implementing and maintaining the ship security plan (SSP) and Conducting security inspections at regular intervals of time to ensure that proper security steps are taken. Making changes to the ship security plan if the need arises.

What is a ship security plan?

Ship Security Plan (SSP) is a plan that is formulated to ensure that that the measures laid out in the plan with respect to the security of the ship are applied onboard. This is in place to protect the personnel, cargo, cargo transport units, stores etc from any security-related risks.

Which factor makes a ship vulnerable?

It is stated that older versions of operating systems are a ship’s vulnerability. Older versions, combined with lack of security patches, can reduce the security of ship systems.

What is the objective of the resolution for maritime cyber risk management?

This Resolution says that cyber risk management should be conducted with regard to objectives and requirements of International Safety Management Code. Therefore, identifying, analyzing, assessing and communicating cyber related risks, as well as suggesting mitigation measures, is recommended.

What is 5C security clearance?

Moderate Risk (5/5C) – A position whose work is technically reviewed by a higher authority at the High Risk level to ensure the integrity of the information or IT system.

The pressing need exists to organize and arm ourselves with the collective knowledge and awareness to anticipate, detect and respond to cyber threats.  Effective joint responses are key to security, safety and smooth operations.

Cybersecurity vulnerabilities are an issue for much of the maritime industry. While much of the public attention has focused on possible GPS interference, cargo shipping undergirds trade of more than $4 trillion worth of goods for the U.S. annually, according to the World Shipping Council. Such a large figure, combined with invaluable location data and possible third-party entry points into influential global companies, would entice cybercriminals and state-sponsored hackers alike.

Resource: www.Maritimesecurity.org