Navigating Cybersecurity in Aviation: Trends, Challenges, and Case Study Analyses

Authors: Arjun Agaram Mangad

DOI: https://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.14838577

Short DOI: https://doi.org/g84g6v

Country: USA

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Abstract: Aviation is essential to global connectivity, enabling the seamless movement of people, goods, and services worldwide. The International Air Transport Association (IATA) predicts that the number of passengers will reach 8.2 billion by 2037. While increased connectivity has economic advantages, it comes with risks of cyberattacks due to complex digital infrastructures. The increased applications of these interconnected systems across airports, aircraft, and the supply chain related to aviation means the potential for cyberattacks targeting such operations has increased. These attacks pose high risks to aviation safety, security, and efficiency. These attacks include ransomware, supply chain vulnerabilities, insider threats, and air traffic control systems compromises.
This paper explores emerging cyberattack trends targeting the aviation industry and the cybersecurity measures implemented to counter these threats. It examines the increasing role of Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Machine Learning (ML) for real-time threat detection, the use of blockchain technology to secure critical data, and the adoption of Zero Trust Architecture (ZTA) to enhance internal network security. Furthermore, the paper presents practical use cases, such as AI-based threat detection at Changi Airport and blockchain integration in Lufthansa's baggage handling system. The paper emphasizes the necessity of a cyber-resilient approach to protect aviation systems from the growing and increasingly sophisticated cyber threat landscape. The findings highlight that ongoing innovation, cross-industry collaboration, and adherence to regulatory standards are crucial for strengthening the cybersecurity framework of the aviation sector.

Keywords: Cybersecurity, AIML, Blockchain, malware, UBA, ATC, Ransomware, Phishing, ZTA, ICAO

Paper Id: 232100

Published On: 2022-03-02

Published In: Volume 10, Issue 2, March-April 2022

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