Satellite Cybersecurity Act: Strengthening Protection for Commercial Satellite Systems
This Act aims to enhance the security of satellite systems, which are crucial for many aspects of daily life, from communication to navigation. It mandates the creation of a publicly available clearinghouse for satellite cybersecurity information and the development of recommendations, helping to protect these systems from attacks and failures. This ensures citizens can rely on greater reliability of satellite-based services.
Key points
Establishment of a publicly available online clearinghouse containing resources and recommendations for commercial satellite system cybersecurity, including materials for small businesses.
Development of voluntary cybersecurity recommendations to assist in the secure development, maintenance, and operation of commercial satellite systems, protecting them from threats like jamming and unauthorized access.
A study by the Comptroller General of the United States on federal government actions supporting commercial satellite cybersecurity, aiming to assess the effectiveness of current efforts and identify areas for improvement.
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