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MarineLink
Despite the critical role the maritime transportation system plays in the economic health of the United States, and despite its fairly recent embrace of all things automated — cranes, vehicles, surveillance and even vessels — the sector has been slow to warm to the need to protect its digital systems and assets. Post 9/11, security concerns about the nation's borders, air space and infrastructure, including ports, moved front and center for a brief moment before other concerns pushed infrastructure to a back burner.
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NMLEA
The DOJ said last Thursday that it's charged Jin Hyok Park, a North Korean computer programmer, with one count of conspiracy to commit computer fraud and abuse and one count of conspiracy to commit wire fraud. The charges are related to a massive attack against Sony in 2014, the $81 million Bangladesh Bank heist in 2016 and the WannaCry ransomware attack in 2017 that ensnared thousands of computers in hospitals, universities and banks worldwide. The whole story can be found here.
Of note, is the reference to RiskSense, (our cyber risk management strategic partner and STAR Product,) on page 106, Paragraphs 223–224 in the Criminal Complaint (which can be found by clicking here.)
The key take-a-way is that in addition to all the cyber risk management capabilities that the RiskSense platform provides, it should be clear that RiskSense’s nationally-leading cyber threat intelligence is also a unique benefit because it provides an ongoing cyber threat early warning capability. This is how you become proactive in your cyber strategy, as opposed to reactive.
For more information on how the RiskSense platform can work for you, contact CBCG@RiskSense.com or Cyber@nmlea.org.
NMLEA
Lyston Lea, principal advisor to the director, National Maritime Intelligence-Integration Office), presented the Interagency Maritime Domain Awareness Executive Steering Committee-sponsored inaugural National Maritime Law Enforcement Academy Award for MDA Excellence to the director of the Maritime Coordination Center at the Port of Long Beach during the 2018 Maritime Security Conference West in Alexandria, Virginia. The MDA ESC recognized the Port of Long Beach’s MCC for its efforts in expanding its work in addressing cyber issues, criminal activity and maritime information sharing.
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NMLEA
A recent report from the United States Military Academy's Combating Terrorism Center at West Point highlighted the use of unmanned aerial systems by the Islamic State of Iraq and ash-Sham and discussed the potential employment of this technology by other terrorist organizations. While UAS have beneficial uses such as search and rescue and border security, they can also be used by individuals with nefarious intent, as was the case in a July 2018 incident in which an environmental activist group crashed a drone into a French nuclear power plant to illustrate its vulnerability. Similarly, a camera equipped drone could be a useful tool to conduct preoperational surveillance in preparation for a terror attack. Additional information on the security challenges posed by UAS can be found on the DHS website.
NMLEA
Friday, Sept. 21, 2018 at 1 p.m. EDT
Dr. Charlie Scheer, professor at the University of Southern Mississippi about some very interesting information and data he has collected in collaboration with four other universities
As iterated in our White Paper, "Navigating the Changing Seascape in Maritime Public Safety," the People part of the 4 P's (People, Platforms/Procurement, Processes, Performance) represent the biggest and most complex challenges for managers, supervisors, and leaders within the LEO community. Dr. Charles Scheer from the University of Southern Mississippi has collected some fascinating data on the future of law enforcement through the eyes of the next generation of officers, or potential officers. In cooperation with four other universities, listen in as Dr. Scheer shares some very early information and begins to outline how the recruiting, training and retention challenges can be overcome by paying attention to what his survey respondents are saying.
Webinar Details:
When: Friday, Sept. 21, 2018 1-2 p.m. EDT
Where: https://global.gotomeeting.com/join/881237013
You can also dial in using your phone: 1 (786) 535-3211
Access Code: 881-237-013
NMLEA
In case you haven't seen it, a good read from the Las Vegas incident can be found at this link: https://www.hsdl.org/?abstract&did=814668 (If this link doesn't work and you need a copy, let us know by sending an email to info@nmlea.org, and we will send it to you.)
There are some specific parts of this report that are good to note and emphasize within our Active Shooter training.
From the executive summary: "The Importance of coordinated planning across agencies cannot be understated in terms of its impact on this response. When agencies followed pre-established plans and procedures, they improved communication and strengthened the response. Where plans were not integrated or not widely known and understood by responders across all responding agencies, difficulties arise. Strengthening plans, policies and procedures across Southern Nevada, [and the country’s] public safety agencies will reinforce their capabilities, allowing them to respond as effective as possible in future emergencies."
Some highlights of the region's preparedness prior to this event include:
The region's Multi-Assault Counter-Terrorism Action Capabilities (MACTAC) developed in response to the 2009 Mumbai Attack.
A "Whole Community" approach has been taken to improve operational coordination across agencies.
Southern Nevada Fire Operations (SNFO) Hostile MCI Working Group established to develop integrated fire response policy and ICS training to augment LE existing ASI policies.
Extensive training, exercises and collaboration among the LE, fire and private sector, including the embedding of Fire personnel in the LE training division.
Some highlights of the response:
The first call was received 1 minute after the first shots rang out.
LEOs arrive on the 31st floor of the Mandalay Bay with armed security officers within 6 minutes of the first shot. (shooter was on the 32nd floor)
10 minutes after the first shot, the shooting stops.
LVMPD (LE) created a staging area that worked efficiently and effectively, deploying teams within minutes
Additional Contact Teams arrive on the 32nd floor within 12 minutes of the first call.
A triage area is established by FD within 13 minutes from the initial shots.
Unified Command is established within 15 minutes.
The first Rescue Task Forces enter the scene 56 minutes from the first shot.
Coordination was required among 9 LE agencies, 4 FDs, and 3 private ambulance companies
There were 72 observations made in the report, and with each, a number of recommendations. All of them worth reading and reviewing, and applying some of the lessons learned in your area of operation.
For more information about Active Shooter training, contact the Academy at info@nmlea.org.
The Associated Press via Navy Times
Interest in the Yard Patrol program has increased as the Navy explores how to prevent collisions at sea like the ones in the Pacific in 2017 that led to the deaths of 17 sailors in separate incidents involving the guided-missile destroyers Fitzgerald and John S. McCain. The U.S. Naval Academy has reviewed its seamanship and navigation training curriculum, including the YP program, as part of a larger Navy review. Vice Adm. Ted Carter, the academy's superintendent, told its board that the motor skills midshipmen learn in the ships, known as YPs, are valuable.
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Washington Technology
The U.S. Department of Defense faces global instability and a rise in non-traditional adversaries and asymmetric warfare. The nature of conflict today has become increasingly unpredictable. Yet, consensus forms around the idea that 21st century war combines elements of artificial intelligence, drones, robotics, analytics and data visualization with traditional elements such as air, land and sea-based attacks involving the modern warfighter.
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GovMatters
The Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency is pursuing "Cyber Hunting at Scale." DARPA has contracted with BAE Systems to create an adaptable artificial intelligence program that can defend large-scale networks autonomously. Steve Humphreys, CEO of Identiv says that “Cyber Hunting at Scale” is bigger than it sounds.
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The Maritime Executive
In early September of 2018, the United States General Accounting Office released its most recent audit on maritime operations along the Great Lakes and Seaway. The numbers advise that since the 1950s and 1960s, the tonnage of cargo moved by across the Great Lakes declined by 50 percent from 157 million tons to 78 million tons by 2016, also declining by 32 percent from 115 million tons in 1980.
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MarineLink
The U.S. Coast Guard’s Navigation Center is involved in a number of activities that have an impact on all Americans, even if they don't realize it. From motorists checking directions with their Global Positioning System to boaters to ships coming and going to U.S. ports, the NAVCEN plays an unseen but vital role.
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WCTV-TV
Ten-year-old Skylar Brogdon was honored by Florida's Gadsden County Sheriff's Office recently. Brogdon died after a boat collision in November. The Gadsden County Sheriff says the search for the boy made him realize the department needs its own boat. Thanks to a donation, GCSO now has one, dedicated to the memory of Skylar.
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Forbes
Writes the World Economic Forum: "What if a cyber attack took over a government’s IT network, bringing an entire nation to its feet? Does this seem like a far-flung scenario? It isn't. ... In the U.S. alone, Baltimore, Charlotte, Dallas and San Francisco have been victims of cyber attacks during the past year, following (ironically) a transition to smart city technology."
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The Orange County Register
When asked about their job, Orange County sheriff's deputies who patrol the coast and the harbors will often say: Anything a police officer on the street does, we do. But they do other tasks, too. On the same day Harbor Patrol deputies hand out a BUI citation — boating under the influence — they may also rescue an injured swimmer or put out a boat fire.
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