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13518078654?profile=RESIZE_400xThe latest Thetius report, commissioned by CyberOwl and HFW, gathers insights, assesses current and future cybersecurity challenges, evaluates the industry’s response to evolving regulations and technological advancements, and highlights the importance of integrated cybersecurity practices throughout the vessel lifecycle, from design to maintenance.

Key findings of the report include:

  • 7% of stakeholders paid a ransom within the last 12 months. In 2023, nearly 14% admitted to paying a ransom.
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11148586291?profile=RESIZE_400xA maritime VSAT (Very Small Aperture Terminal) is a two-way satellite internet terminal which receives and transmits real-time data via satellites.  It is vital for many vessels to maintain a high-speed, reliable connection while offshore.  In addition to the importance of connectivity for operations, it also serves a key crew welfare role.  However, VSAT also presents cyber threats to vessels, due to the value of the data they transmit and their role as attack vectors for other technology on bo