Cybersecurity Frameworks for Enhancing the Resilience of Unmanned Surface Vehicles in Maritime Operations
Abstract: The deployment of unmanned surface vehicles (USVs) in maritime environments has significantly advanced marine operations, including surveillance, logistics, and environmental monitoring. However, with the growing integration of these autonomous systems into critical maritime infrastructures, they face increasing exposure to cybersecurity threats. Vulnerabilities in communication channels, control systems, and data networks can lead to severe consequences, from operational failures to potential hijacking or unauthorized data access. This paper presents a comprehensive analysis of the cybersecurity challenges associated with USVs, outlines the potential attack vectors, and proposes a multi-layered defense framework tailored for maritime autonomous systems. By emphasizing the need for resilient cybersecurity measures, this study contributes to the safe and reliable deployment of USVs in real-world maritime environments.
Submission Number: 209
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