Satellite Cybersecurity

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Satellite dishes can be seen at the Wideband Satellite Communications Operations Center at Fort Meade, Md. (Photo Credit: U.S. Army)

Presented: August 25, 2025 10:00 am (ET)
Presented by: Chadi Saliby

As satellites become integral to global communications, navigation, and defense, they are increasingly targeted by advanced cyberthreats. Cybersecurity in cyberspace is a versatile field dedicated to safeguarding digital information and infrastructure from a spectrum of cyberthreats and attacks.

This presentation examines the critical cybersecurity challenges facing satellite networks, from ground stations to onboard systems. It will highlight vulnerabilities, case studies, and best practices for securing space assets against evolving threats.

Topics covered include the following:

  • Overview of common satellite architectures
  • Common cyberthreats to satellite systems
  • Vulnerabilities in ground control and satellites
  • Case study of past satellite cyberincidents
  • Strategies for hardening satellite cybersecurity
  • Emerging standards and regulatory considerations
  • Proof of concept and demo
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