Yet the computer systems running our satellites haven’t kept up, making them prime targets for an attack. This makes our space assets a massive vulnerability — and it could get much worse if we’re not careful. Virtually no policy or oversight agency exists concerning securing space assets — something I’ve discussed with government leadership to little avail. While the FCC regulates communications, it should not necessarily be responsible for all things space security. As a space cybersecurity researcher, I am excited about the renewed interest in space from both the commercial and exploratory perspective.

Source: Washington Post May 07, 2019 13:18 UTC