In maritime cybersecurity, the most dangerous threat isn’t always the one making headlines. While malware and ransomware draw attention, over 90% of cyberattacks actually begin with something far simpler: stolen credentials.
In maritime operations, this vulnerability is magnified. High crew turnover, remote systems, widespread third-party access, and complex logistics create countless entry points. Passwords are routinely shared, reused, or stored insecurely—turning them into the weakest link in otherwise secure environments.
The hard truth? Your greatest cyber risk isn’t malware—it’s credential misuse. And no firewall or antivirus can fully protect your systems if access remains tied to passwords your crew must manage.
Why Traditional Access Models Fall Short
For decades, maritime organizations have relied on identity-based security—verify someone’s identity, then grant access. But this model hinges on employee-managed passwords, which are inherently flawed.
Despite training, phishing remains a persistent threat. Credentials are reused, forgotten, or exposed. And once one set is compromised, attackers can move laterally through connected systems, escalating the damage.
The root of the issue is a dangerous assumption: that knowing who someone is equates to confirming they’re authorized. This identification-authentication gap leaves maritime operations vulnerable to a single point of failure.
A Smarter Model: Encryption-Based Access with ML-DAES
To eliminate this risk, access control must evolve. MyCena’s Multi-Layer Dynamic Access Encryption Security (ML-DAES) removes passwords entirely from human control.
With ML-DAES, encrypted, dynamic, system-specific credentials are automatically created and distributed—without ever being seen or handled by employees. There’s nothing to share, store, or steal. Even if someone clicks on a phishing link, attackers are left empty-handed.
This approach makes access tamper-proof, phishing-proof, and audit-ready—without changing how your crew operates.
In high-risk maritime scenarios like port operations, across shipping fleets or offshore platforms with rotating teams, ML-DAES secures all systems access without disrupting workflows.
Compliance Made Simple—And Cost-Efficient
ML-DAES doesn’t just boost security—it simplifies compliance with GDPR, IMO, and other maritime regulations. Automated credential management and real-time access logs make audits seamless. IT teams save time, and organizations often qualify for lower cyber insurance premiums thanks to dramatically reduced breach risk.
Chart a New Course in Cybersecurity
You can’t stop threats from targeting your ships. But with ML-DAES, you can stop them from getting in.
This is more than a cybersecurity solution—it’s a strategic shift that strengthens resilience, protects data, and builds trust across your entire operation. Ready to reduce risk and take the burden off your crew?
Contact us today to schedule a tailored demo or request a security assessment for your maritime operations.
