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Friday, November 22, 2024
STS cranes at APM Terminals' Port Elizabeth Terminal, at the Port of New York and New Jersey. Photo: Mihai_Andritoiu/Shutterstock
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U.S. Coast Guard Sounds Alarm on Cyber Threats from Chinese Port Cranes

The U.S. Coast Guard has issued a new cybersecurity directive targeting Chinese-manufactured ship-to-shore cranes, addressing mounting concerns over national

19 mins ago
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Thursday, September 19, 2024
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Ukraine War: US Warns Allies of Russia’s Sabotage Threats Against Global Shipping

By Alberto Nardelli, Jenny Leonard and Natalia Drozdiak (Bloomberg) — The US has warned its allies that Russia is targeting cargo shipping companies as

September 19, 2024
Total Views: 984

Thursday, September 12, 2024
A cargo ship is moored in the Port of Long Beach while cranes retrieve cargo containers from the ship
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House Committee Warns of Chinese Cranes Threat to U.S. Port Security

A joint investigative report released today by the House Committee on Homeland Security has revealed significant cybersecurity and national security

September 12, 2024
Total Views: 4952

Monday, June 17, 2024
GTMaritime Sees Cyber Security as Decisive For Data-Driven Opportunities
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GTMaritime Sees Cyber Security as Decisive For Data-Driven Opportunities

By Richard White, Global Commercial Director, GTMaritime When I joined GTMaritime in September 2022, the growing prevalence and massive potential of low-Earth

June 17, 2024
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Wednesday, May 15, 2024
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China-Linked Hackers Targeted Commercial Shipping Companies: Report

A China-linked cyber espionage group known as Mustang Panda has allegedly introduced malware to gain remote access to computer systems belonging to commercial

May 15, 2024
Total Views: 1417

Sunday, March 10, 2024
Stacked containers and cranes are shown at the Port of Los Angeles in Los Angeles, California, U.S. November 22, 2021. REUTERS/Mike Blake
Ports

Shanghai Zhenhua Denies Posing Cybersecurity Risk To US Ports

BEIJING, March 10 (Reuters) – Shanghai Zhenhua Heavy Industries (ZPMC) said on Sunday its cranes do not pose a cybersecurity threat, after U.S.

March 10, 2024
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Friday, March 8, 2024
FILE PHOTO: The sun sets behind container cranes at the Port of Los Angeles in Los Angeles, California, U.S. October 14, 2021. REUTERS/David Swanson/File Photo
Ports

US Lawmakers Demand Answers from Chinese Crane Manufacturer Over Port Security Concerns

Key members of the House Homeland Security Committee are seeking answers from Shanghai Zhenhua Heavy Industries (ZPMC), a firm with close ties to the Chinese

March 8, 2024
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Thursday, February 22, 2024
U.S. President Joe Biden speaks to the media before he departs the White House for Florida, in Washington, U.S., January 30, 2024. REUTERS/Evelyn Hockstein
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Executive Order Bolsters Coast Guard’s Ability to Address Maritime Cyber Threats

President Biden has signed an Executive Order that amends Regulations related to the Safeguarding of Vessels, Harbors, Ports, and Waterfront Facilities in the

February 22, 2024
Total Views: 1393

Wednesday, February 21, 2024
Statue of Liberty overlooking Port of New York and New Jersey
Ports

MARAD Advisory Warns of Potential Cybersecurity Threats from Chinese-Manufactured Port Equipment

The U.S. Maritime Administration has issued a new advisory to alert industry stakeholders about potential vulnerabilities in maritime port equipment, networks,

February 21, 2024
Total Views: 2719

A cargo ship is moored in the Port of Long Beach while cranes retrieve cargo containers from the ship
Ports

White House to Issue Executive Order to Fortify U.S. Ports and Maritime Cybersecurity

The White House has announced plans to issue an Executive Order enhancing the security of the nation’s ports in a bid to bolster national security, in

February 21, 2024
Total Views: 11136

Friday, October 13, 2023
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Ports

Putting the Port of Nagoya Cyberattack in Context

By Luke McNamara, Principal Analyst – Mandiant, Google Cloud  The recent cyberattack on the Port of Nagoya has once again highlighted both the

October 13, 2023
Total Views: 1731

Thursday, August 24, 2023
United States Coast Guard USCG port Cyber-security exercise
Defense

U.S. Sounds Alarm on China’s Leading Ship Logistics Software LOGINK

by John Konrad (gCaptain) It’s long been evident that social media users readily exchange their data for free information and services. But what if China

August 24, 2023
Total Views: 7652

Thursday, June 22, 2023
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Maritime Security

Anchoring Cybersecurity: The Need For Vendor Agreement Clauses In Shipping

by John Konrad (gCaptain) In the age of increased cyber threats and vulnerabilities, safeguarding a business extends beyond the perimeter of one’s

June 22, 2023
Total Views: 1314

Tuesday, June 20, 2023
DNV Strengthens Cyber Security Offering with Nixu Acquisition
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DNV Strengthens Cyber Security Offering with Nixu Acquisition

International classification society and risk management firm DNV has announced plans to acquire Helsinki-headquartered cyber security firm Nixu. Under the

June 20, 2023
Total Views: 540

Wednesday, April 26, 2023
Should The Navy Or Tech Giants Protect Undersea Cables?
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Should The Navy Or Tech Giants Protect Undersea Cables?

In a recent Financial Times article, Helen Thomas highlights the growing concern over threats to undersea cables, which are essential for global digital

April 26, 2023
Total Views: 2756

Saturday, April 1, 2023
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Ports

US Congress Moves To Ban Chinese Crane Software

by John Konrad (gCaptain) As concerns over the potential use of Chinese-made cranes for gathering information on U.S. military equipment continue to grow,

April 1, 2023
Total Views: 5797

Sunday, July 24, 2022
FBI Cyber-security agent
Ports

Port of LA Fights 40 Million Cyber Attacks Every Month

by John Konrad (gCaptain) The Port of Los Angeles is the victim of approximately 40 million cyber attacks per month, mostly from Europe and Russia including

July 24, 2022
Total Views: 4754

Tuesday, June 28, 2022
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Shipping

Cyber Pirates Prowling Ship Controls Threaten Another Big Supply Chain Shock

By Brendan Murray (Bloomberg) — In February 2019, a large container ship sailing for New York identified a cyber intrusion on board that startled

June 28, 2022
Total Views: 10490

Monday, April 25, 2022
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Press Releases

Simple Steps to Take in a Complex Cyber Threat Environment Like Maritime

By Jason P. Atwell, Principal Advisor of Global Intelligence, Mandiant, Inc. As the war in Ukraine drags on, the maritime industry will continue to feel

April 25, 2022
Total Views: 1641

Monday, November 22, 2021
MHI Vestas Offshore Wind Turbine
Maritime Security Incidents

Offshore Wind Giant Vestas Hit With Cyber Attack

By Christian Wienberg (Bloomberg) –Shares in Vestas Wind Systems A/S dropped to a two-week low after one of the world’s top makers of wind turbines was

November 22, 2021
Total Views: 3488
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