Securing the Future of Logistics & Supply Chains

The logistics industry is rapidly growing, projected to reach $58.7 billion by 2030, driven by e-commerce expansion, supply chain digitization, and real-time delivery demand. However, this evolution also increases cybersecurity risks, threatening the stability of interconnected supply chains reliant on cloud services.

Background

In 2017, Maersk, a global logistics leader, suffered a devastating cyberattack via the NotPetya malware. Orchestrated by the Russian GRU, the attack exploited system vulnerabilities, disrupting Maersk’s operations and highlighting weaknesses in global supply chains.

Attack

Attackers used the NotPetya malware, combining the NSA's EternalBlue exploit with other tools to spread across networks.
Initial access was gained through a compromised Ukrainian software vendor, M.E.Doc, which Maersk used for tax preparation.
Despite patching some vulnerabilities, inadequate auditing and weak third-party controls left Maersk exposed.

Impact

In 25 minutes, 22% of Maersk's international operations were crippled.
15,000 containers were paralyzed, disrupting global shipping and supply chains.
Total losses included $300 million for Maersk and $10 billion globally.
Lack of redundancy forced manual operations, compounding delays.

Analysis

The attack revealed critical vulnerabilities in supply chain security and Maersk’s cyber resilience.
It demonstrated that even well-resourced companies are susceptible to cyberattacks when relying on interconnected systems without comprehensive safeguards.
Highlighted the urgent need for proactive cybersecurity measures and robust response strategies.

Our Solution: Pvotal's Infrastream

Unwavering Security

Implements a zero-trust approach with Managed Infrastructure as Code (IaC) and isolated executors.
Eliminates vulnerable human-managed accounts, enforcing strict authentication and authorization.
Protects sensitive logistics data, ensuring operational integrity and trust.

Streamlined Development and Deployment

Internal Developer Platform (IDP) accelerates updates and innovation.
Pre-vetted infrastructure manifests balance speed and security, enabling rapid adoption of new technologies.

Unified Platform

Combines open-source tools with proprietary technology to eliminate reliance on third-party vendors.
Simplifies IT systems, reduces costs, and ensures rapid recovery during crises with an event sourcing engine.

Conclusion

The Maersk attack highlights the growing sophistication of cyber threats and the vulnerabilities of modern supply chains. AI-powered attacks and highly connected logistics networks demand advanced security measures. Pvotal's Infrastream offers a unified, cost-effective platform that strengthens security, streamlines operations, and ensures resilience against evolving cyber threats.