Ransomware Hits the High Seas The maritime sector is facing an alarming spike in ransomware attacks. In Q1 2025 alone, industrial ransomware surged—with transportation, including maritime, hit hardest—putting ports and vessels at crippling risk. The Threat: Targeted
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How AI-Powered Spoofing Is Targeting Maritime OT Systems
New Wave of Maritime Threats: AI-Driven GPS Spoofing and OT Intrusions AI is transforming the maritime cyber threat landscape. From advanced GPS spoofing to highly targeted Operational Technology (OT) intrusions, attackers are escalating their tactics—and maritime
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New Coast Guard Rule Forces Maritime Cyber Upgrades
Cybersecurity Compliance Isn’t Optional Anymore for Maritime On July 16, 2025, a sweeping new U.S. Coast Guard rule takes effect—one that forces every maritime facility and vessel operator to take cybersecurity seriously or risk fines, delays,
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Outdated Software Crashed Ship Systems at Sea
When cargo ships go dark in the middle of the sea, it’s not always due to a cyberattack—sometimes it’s outdated software that triggers disaster. At the recent Maritime Cybersecurity Summit, we highlighted the critical importance of
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Cybersecurity Risks in Maritime Communications Systems Are Growing—Here’s How to Stay Protected
Modern vessels are more connected than ever before—and with that connectivity comes unprecedented cybersecurity risk. Satellite communications, GPS, AIS, and ECDIS systems now operate in tightly integrated environments powered by IoT and OT technologies. But with
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Common Cyber Vulnerabilities on Existing and Newer Ships
The maritime industry continues to evolve, but many ships—especially older fleets—still rely on legacy technologies that expose them to significant cybersecurity risks. Even some newly built ships aren't immune, particularly when cost constraints or third-party integrations
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Maritime Crime and the Human Factor
At Saturn Partners, we emphasize time and again that while cybersecurity technology continues to evolve, the greatest vulnerability remains unchanged: the human factor. A recent case reported by The Maritime Executive underscores the very real and
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Maritime Cybersecurity: Strengthening Defenses in 2025
The Result of Maritime Cybersecurity Struggling to Catch Up: Cybersecurity Now Moving Up the Agenda For years, the maritime industry has lagged behind when it comes to cybersecurity—some estimates place it nearly a decade behind other
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IIoT Cybersecurity Concerns for the Built Environment
Securing the Industrial Internet of Things (IIoT) in Built Environments The Industrial Internet of Things (IIoT) has revolutionized how industries manage automation, optimize resources, and make real-time decisions. Whether in HVAC systems, logistics, maritime operations, or
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Maritime Cybersecurity in 2025: Addressing Security Gaps and Risks
The maritime industry has undergone tremendous changes in recent years, driven by the need to digitize, automate, and upgrade systems to stay competitive. Yet, as we approach the end of 2025, this industry remains a critical
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