Experts have raised concerns about the $5.4 trillion global maritime industry’s susceptibility to cyber threats. In response, the US Coast Guard introduced a regulation aimed at bolstering cybersecurity for US-flagged vessels and facilities. Effective July 16, 2025, it mandates cybersecurity plans and incident reporting to protect critical maritime infrastructure.
In early 2024, Marlink’s Threat Intelligence team identified heightened cyber threats against the maritime sector, including phishing attacks using deceptive emails and HTM/HTML documents. Notable tactics included typosquatting, Business Email Compromise, and the deployment of commodity malware. Distributed Denial of Service (DDoS) attacks and password spraying were also prevalent concerns.
Cyber threats in the maritime industry are on the rise, with Marlink set to release a report detailing the growing risks. From phishing scams to targeted attacks on command and control systems, Cedric Warde discusses strategies to mitigate these threats. As ships become more connected, the risks of cyber attacks compromising safety and cargo increase.[embed]https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=P0YtDFv_HrA[/embed]
