How to mitigate risk against a cyber attack

Chris Watson, at KVH, provides some practical advice to stop hackers attacking the shipping sector

There is no doubt that the rate of cyber security breaches in the maritime industry is increasing in both frequency and scope with cyber criminals learning how to exploit a minor breach and escalate it into a major security issue. This has led to the IMO issuing Resolution MSC.428(98), requiring all vessels to include cyber risk management in their safety management systems and develop onboard procedures and mitigation measures for cyber security.