Port Cybersecurity

Port Cybersecurity
Author: Nineta Polemi
Publisher: Elsevier
Total Pages: 216
Release: 2017-10-30
Genre: Social Science
ISBN: 0128118199

Port Cybersecurity: Securing Critical Information Infrastructures and Supply Chains examines a paradigm shift in the way ports assess cyber risks and vulnerabilities, as well as relevant risk management methodologies, by focusing on initiatives and efforts that attempt to deal with the risks and vulnerabilities of port Critical Information Infrastructures (CII) ecosystems. Modern commercial shipping ports are highly dependent on the operation of complex, dynamic ICT systems and ICT-based maritime supply chains, making these central points in the maritime supply chain vulnerable to cybersecurity threats. Identifies barriers and gaps in existing port and supply chain security standards, policies, legislation and regulatory frameworks Identifies port threat scenarios and analyzes cascading effects in their supply chains Analyzes risk assessment methodologies and tools, identifying their open problems when applied to a port’s CIIs

Maritime Critical Infrastructure Protection

Maritime Critical Infrastructure Protection
Author: Gregory C. Wilshusen
Publisher:
Total Pages: 54
Release: 2014-07-09
Genre:
ISBN: 9781457855665

U.S. maritime ports handle more than $1.3 trillion in cargo annually. The operations of these ports are supported by information and communication systems, which are susceptible to cyber-related threats. Failures in these systems could degrade or interrupt operations at ports, including the flow of commerce. Federal agencies -- in particular the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) -- and industry stakeholders have specific roles in protecting maritime facilities and ports from physical and cyber threats. The objective of this report was to identify the extent to which DHS and other stakeholders have taken steps to address cybersecurity in the maritime port environment. Figures. This is a print on demand report.

Port Security Management

Port Security Management
Author: Kenneth Christopher
Publisher: CRC Press
Total Pages: 338
Release: 2009-03-24
Genre: Business & Economics
ISBN: 1420068938

The term homeland security hardly existed before September 11, 2001, yet today it dominates public policy and the economic agendas of world governments. The transportation industries have been subjected to unprecedented scrutiny and regulatory mandates in recent years, and the port and maritime sector are no exception. Port Security Management refl

Ports, Crime and Security

Ports, Crime and Security
Author: Sergi, Anna
Publisher: Policy Press
Total Pages: 144
Release: 2021-07-21
Genre: Social Science
ISBN: 1529217733

The COVID-19 pandemic, Brexit and the US-China trade dispute have heightened interest in the geopolitics and security of modern ports. Ports are where contemporary societal dilemmas converge: the (de)regulation of international flows; the (in)visible impact of globalization; the perennial tension between trade and security; and the thin line between legitimate, illicit and illegal. Applying a multidisciplinary lens to the political economy of port security, this book presents a unique outlook on the social, economic and political factors that shape organized crime and governance. Advancing the research agenda, this text bridges the divide between global and local, and theory and practice.

Port Security Management, Second Edition

Port Security Management, Second Edition
Author: Kenneth Christopher
Publisher: CRC Press
Total Pages: 380
Release: 2014-06-20
Genre: Business & Economics
ISBN: 1466591633

Sea and freshwater ports are a key component of critical infrastructure and essential for maintaining global and domestic economies. In order to effectively secure a dynamic port facility operation, one must understand the business of maritime commerce. Following in the tradition of its bestselling predecessor, Port Security Management, Second Edition continues to supply readers with this understanding. This fully updated edition covers the latest in continuously changing legislation regarding federal mandates, securing vessels, cargo security, and granting employee credentials. Focusing on best practices, it details real-world solutions that law enforcement authorities and security management professionals can put to use immediately. Assuming little prior knowledge of the industry, the book examines port security in the context of global transportation systems. It supplies practitioners and educators with a framework for managing port security and details risk assessment and physical security best practices for securing ships and ports. The book explains how the various stakeholders, including port management, security, government, and private industry, can collaborate to develop safe and secure best practices while maintaining efficient operations. Addressing the legislative measures, regulatory issues, and logistical aspects of port security, the book includes coverage of cruise ships, cargo security, CT-PAT, and emergency operations. Complete with a new chapter on intelligence, this book is ideal for anyone with a vested interest in secure and prosperous port facilities who wants to truly understand how to best tackle the management of port security.

Port Cybersecurity

Port Cybersecurity
Author:
Publisher:
Total Pages:
Release: 2019
Genre:
ISBN: 9789292043148

Maritime transport is a crucial activity for the European Union economy. It enables import and exports of goods, supply in energy, trade within the European Union and transport of passengers and vehicles. This activity relies on more than 1 200 seaports within the European Union, each with different organisation, interests, challenges and activities. The global digitalization trend and recent policies and regulations require ports to face new challenges with regards to information and communication technology (ICT). Ports tend to rely more on technologies to be more competitive, comply with some standards and policies and optimize operations. This brings new stakes and challenges in in the area of cybersecurity, both in the Information Technologies (IT) and Operation Technologies (OT) worlds. This report identifies those challenges, in relation to critical operations, stakeholder's ecosystem and assets identification. It then lists the main threats posing risks to the port ecosystem and describes key cyberattack scenarios that could impact them. This approach allowed the identification of security measures that ports shall put in place to better protect themselves from cyberattack. The main measures identified are described below and intend to serve as good practices for people responsible for cybersecurity implementation in Port Authorities and Terminal Operators (e.g. CISOs, CIOs etc.): - Define a clear governance around cybersecurity at port level, involving all stakeholders involved in port operations. Indeed, many companies are involved in port operation (port operators, Port Authority, pilotage company, shipping companies, etc.), it is crucial to ensure they are all involved in cybersecurity matters and aware about how they participate to the global port operation security. · Raise awareness of cybersecurity matters at port level and infuse a cybersecurity culture. Indeed, the maritime sector is historically very aware of safety and security matters, but it seems cybersecurity is not fully integrated yet in stakeholders' minds. This measure shall be combined with training, to ensure proper understanding of cybersecurity matters and ability to enforce it in daily operations. · Enforce the technical cybersecurity basics, like network segregation, updates management, password hardening, segregation of rights, etc. In the context of OT, with legacy systems that usually cannot be updated, network segregation and password protection are key to ensure a correct level of cybersecurity. - Consider security by design in applications, especially as ports use many systems, some of which are opened to third parties for data exchange. Any vulnerability on those systems can be a gate to compromise the port systems. · Enforce detection and response capabilities at port level to react as fast as possible to any cyberattack before it impacts port operation, safety or security. Ports can rely on simple detection measures such as alerts when a specific action is done (authentication attempt on a very critical asset for example) or search for Indicators of Compromise (IOC), or on more comprehensive, using machine learning to correlate information and identify compromising patterns. Such initiatives have already started to rise within ports ecosystem.

Smart Ports and Robotic Systems

Smart Ports and Robotic Systems
Author: Tafsir Matin Johansson
Publisher: Springer Nature
Total Pages: 446
Release: 2023-04-02
Genre: Political Science
ISBN: 3031252969

This book provides a comprehensive overview of smart ports and remote technologies in the maritime industry. It demonstrates how modern advances in artificial intelligence and robotics have transformed the shipping industry, and assesses the impact of this technology from a law and governance standpoint. The book covers a range of topics including port autonomous operations systems, cybersecurity, big data analytics, digitalization and blockchain to throw light on the opportunities and benefits of these new technologies in improving security and safety. It also considers the challenges and threats of their application. It concludes by examining the trajectory of national and international regulatory developments. The book will appeal to scholars and students of maritime technology, law and governance, as well as practitioners and policymakers. Chapters 8, 19 and 20 are available open access under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 International License via link.springer.com.

Issues in Terrorism and Homeland Security

Issues in Terrorism and Homeland Security
Author: CQ Researcher,
Publisher: SAGE
Total Pages: 409
Release: 2009-10-15
Genre: Political Science
ISBN: 1412979897

Issues in Terrorism and Homeland Security is a supplemental book for undergraduate and graduate courses on terrorism and terrorism/homeland security. It's unique features and benefits include: * Introductions and Overviews * Photos * Key Questions for important issues * Current Situation viewpoints * Pro-Con debates with experts in the field * An Outlook on what the future may hold