BIMCO, the International Chamber of Shipping (ICS) and Witherby launched the latest edition of Cyber Security Workbook for On Board Ship Use 2021, providing detailed guidance on all aspects of cyber security protection.
Digitalization holds a strong place within the shipping industry, making room for a digital revolution; internet connectivity on board has become common and ship’s systems are increasingly digitised and integrated. With this growing level of connection, comes greater risk.
However, the digital revolution comes with risks; Ships are now a common target for hackers and it has become crucial that the entire crew has an understanding of how and when cyber attacks can occur.
Therefore, using detailed, step by step checklists, Cyber Security Workbook for On Board Ship Use provides a ship’s Security Officer with the practical skills to identify cyber risks and to protect vulnerable onboard systems. It also gives guidance on how best to detect, respond and recover in the event of a cyber attack.
The workbook provides tips on how to address cyber risks in the onboard SMS (as required by IMO Resolution MSC.428(98)), while it will also benefit shipowners, ship managers, ports and their IT departments.
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