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IJCATR Volume 13 Issue 9

Maritime Cybersecurity: Protecting Critical Infrastructure in The Digital Age

Uchechukwu Joy Mba
10.7753/IJCATR1309.1006
keywords : Maritime cybersecurity; Cyber threats, Critical infrastructure; Ports and shipping; Naval operations; Cyber resilience

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The maritime industry, a critical component of global trade and security, is increasingly vulnerable to cyber threats as it adopts more advanced digital technologies. This paper explores the multifaceted challenges of maritime cybersecurity, highlighting the vulnerabilities in maritime infrastructure, including ports, ships, and naval operations. The study examines the nature of cyber threats, ranging from ransomware attacks to state-sponsored espionage, and their potential impact on global maritime security. Through an analysis of current cybersecurity practices and international regulations, the paper identifies key gaps in the existing frameworks and offers recommendations for enhancing cybersecurity resilience within the maritime sector. By addressing these vulnerabilities, the maritime industry can better safeguard its critical infrastructure against the growing tide of cyber threats
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Title = "Maritime Cybersecurity: Protecting Critical Infrastructure in The Digital Age",
Journal ="International Journal of Computer Applications Technology and Research(IJCATR)",
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Pages ="65 - 75",
Year = "2024",
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  • The paper analyzes cybersecurity vulnerabilities in maritime infrastructure, including ports, ships, and naval operations.
  • It explores the nature and impact of cyber threats such as ransomware attacks and state-sponsored espionage on global maritime security.
  • The study identifies key gaps in current cybersecurity practices and international regulations in the maritime sector.
  • Recommendations are provided to enhance cybersecurity resilience within the maritime industry.
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