MSC-FAL.1/Circ.3/Rev.3 Guidelines on Maritime Cyber Risk Management were Issued
The International Maritime Organization (IMO) published the latest version of the “Guidelines on Maritime Cyber Risk Management,” MSC-FAL.1/Circ.3/Rev.3, on 4 April 2025, to strengthen security in the maritime sector against increasing cyber threats driven by …
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Maritime Communication and Security (MarCaS) will be Held in Sydney
The MarCaS (Maritime Communication and Security) special track is set to make waves once again at the 50th IEEE Conference on LCN (Local Computer Networks) on 14-16 October 2025, in Sydney, Australia. Despite a scarcity …
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Hacker Group Claims Cyberattack on Iranian Shipping Companies
A hacker group known as Lab Dookhtegan has announced that it successfully disrupted the communication networks of 116 ships operated by two major Iranian shipping companies. The attack, described as one of the most significant …
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Azamara Cruises Data Breach Exposes Passenger Information
On February 25, 2025, Azamara Cruises announced a data breach that may have compromised passenger information. According to the company’s statement, an unauthorized actor gained access to an Azamara Cruises email account on August 19, …
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GAO Report Warns of Cybersecurity Gaps in U.S. Maritime System
On February 11, 2025, the U.S. Government Accountability Office (GAO) released a report stating that the U.S. Coast Guard needs to take additional measures to address cybersecurity risks in the Maritime Transportation System (MTS). The …
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U.S. Coast Guard Issues New Cybersecurity Regulations
On January 17, 2025, the U.S. Coast Guard published a new final rule establishing baseline cybersecurity requirements to protect the Marine Transportation System (MTS) from cyber threats. The regulation applies to U.S.-flagged vessels, facilities, and …
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