Cyber security measures have been issued to help avert major safety , environmental and commercial risks that could lead to a cyber security attack onboard a ship . Launched by shipping associations including the Baltic and International Maritime Council ( BIMCO ) and other stakeholders , this marks the first attempt within the industry to tackle cyber security . Among the issues that the report highlights is the increasing internet usage connecting the ship and onshore services making onboard systems vulnerable to cyber security threats . Similarly , the introduction of malware into a ship ’s computer network aimed at protecting sensitive commercial information is highlighted as a potential problem . BIMCO security general mark Frew said : “ The aim is to provide the shipping industry with clear and comprehensive information on cyber security threats to ships enabling ship - owners to take measures to protect against attacks and to deal with the consequences of cyber incidents . ”
Cyber security guidelines have been issued to help avert major safety, environmental and commercial risks that could lead to a cyber security attack onboard a ship. Launched by shipping associations including the Baltic and International Maritime Council (BIMCO) and other stakeholders, this marks the first attempt within the industry to tackle cyber security. Among the issues that the report highlights is the increasing internet usage connecting the ship and onshore services making onboard systems vulnerable to cyber security threats. Similarly, the introduction of malware into a ship’s computer system aimed at acquiring sensitive commercial information is highlighted as a potential problem. BIMCO security general Angus Frew said: “The aim is to provide the shipping industry with clear and comprehensive information on cyber security risks to ships enabling ship-owners to take measures to protect against attacks and to deal with the eventuality of cyber incidents.”