Commentary
The internet is awash not only with instructions from digital security experts, but also with urban legends and conspiracy theories that divert attention away from the real dangers of Max.
David Frenkel
Research
U.S. Maritime Trade and Port Cybersecurity: Shoring Up Maritime Cybersecurity - Enhancing Cybersecurity and Resilience
Ports are critical infrastructure, and are crucial to a functioning U.S. economy. Their digital dependence introduces vulnerabilities that, in the event of a cyberattack or an accident, could cripple U.S. economic activity
By Isaac B. Kardon, Timothy Varley, Tom Ewing, Daniel B, Marisa B, Lee Kim, Nicholas K, Katie L, Sara Traylor, Samuel Greene, Nick Reese, Emma Ashooh
Published on Sep 18, 2024
About the Authors
Isaac B. Kardon
Senior Fellow, Asia Program
Isaac B. Kardon is a senior fellow for China studies in the Asia Program.
Timothy Varley
Tom Ewing
Daniel B
Marisa B
Lee Kim
Nicholas K
Katie L
Sara Traylor
Samuel Greene
Nick Reese
Emma Ashooh
Carnegie does not take institutional positions on public policy issues; the views represented herein are those of the author(s) and do not necessarily reflect the views of Carnegie, its staff, or its trustees.
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