The Chairman of the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO), S Somanath, stated on Saturday that there are more than 100 cyberattacks the organisation faces every day.
S. Somanath further stated that because rocket technology uses cutting-edge software and chip-based hardware, the risk of cyberattacks is considerably higher. He was addressing the concluding ceremony of the 16th edition of the c0c0n, a two-day international cyber conference in Kerala's Kochi.
"The organisation is equipped with a robust cybersecurity network to face such attacks," he said.
The seminar was organised by Kerala Police and the Information Security Research Association.
The ISRO chief added that besides testing the software, ISRO is also conducting several tests with the goal of ensuring the security of the hardware chips inside the rockets.
"Earlier, the way of monitoring one satellite has changed to a way of software monitoring many satellites at a time. This indicates the growth of this sector. During COVID, it was possible to launch from a remote location which shows the triumph of technology," he added.
He added that other satellite subtypes exist for navigation, maintenance, and other purposes.
"And apart from these, satellites which help the daily life of common people are also present. All these are controlled by different types of software. Cyber security is very important to protect all of these,' Mr Somanath added.
The state of Kerala, according to Kerala Revenue Minister P Rajeev, who inaugurated the conference's final session, is a role model for cyber security governance since the state's government is able to provide enough security for cyberspace.
"The state government is capable of providing adequate security to the cyber arena. The government is also providing necessary support to this sector by establishing the Digital University in the state. Kerala is a state where the internet is ensured through K-Fone in every house," the minister said.
(With inputs from agencies)
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