Breakout Session B3: Ken Munro
Organisation: PenTestPartners
Job Title:
Session Title: Cyber Security of the marine environment
Date & Time: 26 March 2025 @ 14:00
Bio: Ken Munro is Partner and Founder of Pen Test Partners, a firm of ethical hackers with a particular interest in industrial control systems, including those found on board ships. His team have worked on behalf of many vessel operators and owners, demonstrating remote compromise of satellite communications, engine controls, steering gear, azipods and even ballasting. Partly through their efforts, shipping operators have made significant improvements to their cyber security.
Regulations have been introduced recently to help improve matters, though these only apply to new build vessels.
Aside from shipping, the team at PTP test the security of cars, airplanes, factory automation and even smart home devices. This has led to regular media appearances, advising on matters of cyber security.
Presentation Summary:
This presentation will highlight the transformative potential of AI and machine learning in NDT applications. It will explore how these technologies enhance defect detection, data analysis, and predictive maintenance, offering significant improvements in efficiency and accuracy. Attendees will gain insights into practical applications while also discussing the limitations.