Navigating the Seas of Maritime Cyber Risk: Prepare for New Regulations

**Executive Summary:** This briefing outlines growing maritime cybersecurity risks driven by increased connectivity and IT/OT convergence on modern vessels, describes exploited vectors (e.g., USBs, unsecured Wi‑Fi) and critical systems at risk (bridge control, propulsion, navigation, safety, communications, supply chain), and summarizes key regulatory and industry frameworks—IMO guidelines including MSC.428(98), the ISPS Code, IACS UR E26/E27, regional/flag state rules, and industry standards—while recommending organizations stay informed and referencing Dragos OT cybersecurity solutions for compliance support.