Cybersecurity in the Transportation Industry

2Addressing Security Issues and Challenges in Smart Logistics Using Smart Technologies

Aneela Kiran Ansari¹* and Raja Majid Ali Ujjan²

¹Department of Computer Science, Shah Abdul Latif University, Khairpur, Sindh, Pakistan

²School of Computer Engineering & Physical Science, University of the West, Paisley, Scotland

Abstract

Smart logistics systems (SLSs) gather, store, and transmit sensitive data, such as customer information, shipping information, and financial records. Unauthorized persons having access to sensitive data can cause data breaches, which can result in theft and misuse. Sensors, RFID tags, and other tracking and monitoring devices found in the Internet of Things (IoT) are crucial to the success of smart logistics. Intruders might potentially obtain unauthorized access and risk data integrity by exploiting security flaws in these devices. Cybersecurity concerns can arise from insiders who have permission to access an SLS, such as workers or contractors. These people may endanger the system’s security inadvertently, resulting in data breaches, illegal access, or sabotage. Insider risks may be reduced by implementing appropriate access restrictions, monitoring systems for anomalous activity, and regularly performing security training. Cybersecurity procedures are designed to protect electronic data and systems from unauthorized access and theft. To safeguard oneself and one’s business, a variety of cybersecurity measures can be used. We focus on some of the most ...