Last month maritime trend news September 01, 2023 - October 02, 2023
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Maritime Cybersecurity News by CYTUR |
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IACS updates maritime cyber rules and implementation date
The International Association of Classification Societies (IACS) reports that it has published an updated version of its Unified Requirements (URs) on Cyber Safety to reflect new survey requirements, industry feedback and applicability. Last year, IACS published UR E26 ‘Cyber Resilience of Ships’ and UR E27 ‘Cyber Resilience of On-Board Systems and Equipment’, which were planned to apply to new ships from 1 January 2024. However, since the publication of these requirements, and as experience of cyber security oversight in the maritime sector grows, IACS says that the need for a standardised approach to survey requirements has been identified along with further improvements resulting from industry feedback. |
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NewsPlymouth Uni spearheads research into wind farm cyber resilience
Researchers from the University of Plymouth, alongside the Offshore Renewable Energy (ORE) catapult and engineering firm Expleo, are to collaborate on new cyber security measures to protect the UK’s growing estate of offshore wind farms from threat actors. The newly launched Cyber Resilience of Offshore Wind Networks (CROWN) project will incorporate a purpose-built lab space at the University, providing a sandbox environment where teams can probe the hardware and software elements found in a wind turbine, and identify potential vulnerabilities. The lab will explore the development of cyber resilience and security measures, and training tools, to try to ensure that hypothetical future attacks don’t interrupt the flow of energy. |
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Although AI is already being used across these energy sectors, companies are largely cautious of its unestablished uses, according to DNV’s latest research. The Norway-headquartered classification society said AI will contribute to the energy transition, but an industrywide approach to standards and best practices is required to unlock its potential, as is stronger cyber security. |
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NewsSamsung Heavy Industries awarded cyber resilience approval
SHI gained this AiP for implementing cyber resilient ship and onboard systems based on international class and IMO requirements. Resilience and security will be applied to ICT technology on smart ships that have connectivity to online monitoring, services and applications. Since October 2022, Korean Register has developed design and verification methods for implementing cyber resilience based on UR E26 and E27, collaboratively with SHI. This partnership was formed to proactively meet IACS’s mandatory guidelines and reach this goal of an AiP for cyber resilience, which goes beyond safeguarding ships against cyber threats to include minimising the impact of security incidents to ensure operational safety. |
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The US Navy recently established the Maritime Cyber Warfare Officer (MCWO), as directed by the 2023 National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA). The MCWO designator puts an emphasis on cyber specialization among Navy officers and demonstrates the Navy's recognition of the evolving nature of warfare. Cybersecurity will play a large role in future operations and conflicts. This move also demonstrates how the wider maritime industry is taking cyber threats increasingly seriously, signifying a change in mindset.
In the past, cyberattacks have been overshadowed by kinetic warfare techniques. However, rapid advancement of technology and global reliance on interconnected systems has exposed cyber vulnerabilities that can be exploited by malicious actors. The creation of the MCWO designator reflects the evolving nature of warfare. As technology continues to progress, the cyber sphere increasingly becomes a battleground, with important implications for national security. Cyberattacks affect companies and individuals worldwide. By prioritizing cyber specialization, the Navy is proactively addressing emerging threats.
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Maritime cybersecurity company Cydome has announced that it has raised $8 million in new investment following a Series A funding round led by US-based 2.0 Ventures. Other participating investors included MD One Ventures, Camden Capital, Pointman UK, New Gate Capital, and existing shareholder VentureIsrael. “We are at a critical moment in the market, with a lot of technology changes and also tougher regulatory requirements. This new round will enable Cydome to expand its market presence and operations globally,” said Nir Ayalon, Cydome CEO.
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