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August 6, 2024 32 mins

Paul Vout discusses his experience participating in a SatCom cyber exercise focused on satellite-based cyber threats and techniques. The exercise aimed to simulate attacks on a real satellite called Moonlighter, with a focus on directional control and energy consumption. Paul highlights the importance of precise coordination of cameras and solar panels on satellites and the potential vulnerabilities in these areas. He also emphasizes the need for a structured process and framework in OT cyber exercises to guide analysts and improve training. Overall, the exercise provided valuable insights into securing satellite systems and can inform the cybersecurity practices in other OT domains.

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Keywords

SatCom, cyber exercise, satellite, directional control, energy consumption, OT cyber, supply chain, process, framework, training, elastic, elasticsearch, red team, blue team

Takeaways

SatCom cyber exercises provide valuable insights into securing satellite systems and can inform cybersecurity practices in other OT domains.

The directional control and energy consumption of satellites are critical areas to focus on in SatCom cyber exercises.

A structured process and framework are essential in OT cyber exercises to guide analysts and improve training.

Understanding the supply chain and the specific components of satellite systems is crucial for effective cybersecurity.

Elastic's ability to ingest and interpret multiple sources of data makes it a valuable tool in SatCom cyber exercises.

Sound Bites

"Directional control of a satellite is extremely important, as is the manipulation of power generation and consumption."

"Satellite cybersecurity requires a focus on specific satellite components and understanding the supply chain."

"A structured process and framework in OT cyber exercises can improve training and guide analysts."

Chapters

00:00 Introduction to the SatCom Cyber Exercise

03:49 The Importance of Directional Control and Energy Consumption

10:21 The Value of Focusing on SatCom Cybersecurity

18:22 Lessons Learned and Best Practices for OT Cyber Exercises

26:22 The Role of Elastic in Analyzing Satellite Telemetry Data

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