Cybersecurity in Transportation: Safeguarding Against Digital Threats
Welcome to our article on cybersecurity in the transportation sector. As our world becomes more interconnected, the transportation industry has embraced digital systems to enhance efficiency and connectivity. However, this increased reliance on technology also exposes the industry to cyber threats. In this article, we will explore the importance of transportation security and the challenges posed by cyber threats in the transportation sector. As the transportation sector integrates digital systems, it becomes an attractive target for cybercriminals. The valuable data and interconnected nature of the industry make it susceptible to various cyberattacks, including malware attacks, ransomware attacks, denial-of-service attacks, and phishing attacks. According to Cybertalk.org, ransomware attacks on the transportation industry have increased by 186 percent between June 2020 and June 2021. In the upcoming sections, we will delve deeper into the challenges faced by the transportation sec...