Control System Cybersecurity

Today’s marine transportation system uses highly automated systems in its operation. Computer-based systems provide real-time information to operators, and supervisory control and data acquisition (SCADA) systems are increasingly used to monitor a variety of functions. A cyber attack on these systems could be a threat to national security. Many older systems that were designed before cybersecurity was a common consideration are particularly vulnerable to attack. Unnecessary connections between SCADA networks and other networks are particularly vulnerable. It is necessary for information technology personnel to conduct risk assessments and improve security training and enforcement. Possible threats must be taken seriously to ensure the security of these systems.

• Record URL:
  • http://www.uscg.mil/proceedings/archive/2014/Vol71_No4_Wint2014.pdf
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• Authors:
  • Konon, Jennifer M
• Publication Date: 2014

Language

• English

Media Info

• Media Type: Digital/other
• Features: References;
• Pagination: pp 45-47
• Serial:
  • Coast Guard Journal of Safety & Security at Sea, Proceedings of the Marine Safety & Security Council
  • Volume: 71
  • Issue Number: 4
  • Publisher: U.S. Coast Guard
  • Serial URL: http://www.uscg.mil/proceedings/

Subject/Index Terms

• TRT Terms: Computer networks; Computer security; Control systems; National security; Real time information; Risk assessment; Training; Water transportation
• Subject Areas: Data and Information Technology; Marine Transportation; Security and Emergencies; I70: Traffic and Transport;

Filing Info

• Accession Number: 01558455
• Record Type: Publication
• Files: TRIS
• Created Date: Mar 31 2015 8:53AM