U.S. Agencies Monitor 20 Cargo Ships for Cyber Threats | Virginia Beach News

U.S. Agencies Monitor 20 Cargo Ships for Cyber Threats | Virginia Beach News

Published: September 18, 2026

Duration: 1:36

U.S. agencies are monitoring nearly 20 cargo ships globally after cyber threats emerged following August attacks—though hackers didn’t gain control. The Coast Guard, FBI, and Homeland Security are actively investigating, even boarding two vessels in the Gulf of Mexico to assess systems. No incidents have occurred yet, but cybersecurity experts note a sharp rise in ship-related cyber intrusions this year, often via malware from USBs or phishing, exploiting outdated tech built before cyber risks were a concern.

Listen in comfort:
Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn.

Adve...