Webinar Replay: How Cybersecurity Keeps Ground Transportation Running on Time
Cyber threats in the transportation sector are growing more sophisticated each year. In this exclusive Thales webinar, discover how a proactive cybersecurity strategy helps rail, metro, and other ground transport operators stay operational, resilient, and compliant.
The Cybersecurity Landscape in Ground Transportation
Ground transportation is facing a paradigm shift. The increasing digitization and connectivity of infrastructure — from mainline and metro signalling to SCADA systems and passenger services — have expanded the attack surface exponentially.
Operators must now manage:
Rising system complexity across both legacy and modern equipment
High interconnectivity between internal and external actors
Exposure to OT-specific attacks such as ransomware, DoS/DDoS, and supply chain intrusions
Stringent regulatory requirements, including NIS2, IEC 63452, and CLC TS 50701
What You’ll Learn in the Webinar
1. Understanding the Challenges
Why it's increasingly difficult to “keep the trains running on time”
The safety, reliability, and resilience stakes of cybersecurity in rail operations
Operational Technology (OT) vs. Information Technology (IT): a clash of speeds and standards
2. Latest Cyber Threats and Tactics
Ransomware remains the #1 threat in the rail sector (45% of incidents)
Growing risk of SCADA intrusions and IoT device compromises
AI as a weapon: Attackers now use generative AI for phishing, brute force, and social engineering
3. How to Respond Effectively
From a tool-based to a service-based security model
The need for integrated IT/OT detection & response platforms
Aligning with new standards like IEC 63452, which secures embedded transportation systems
In-Depth Use Case: Infrabel’s Cybersecurity Transformation
Belgian railway operator Infrabel partnered with Thales Cyber Defense Solutions to strengthen its cybersecurity posture across critical OT systems.
Key Objectives
Ensure regulatory compliance with NIS2 and upcoming railway-specific standards
Centralize detection and response across multiple environments
Build a 24/7 Security Operations Center (SOC) capable of handling IT, OT, and IoT threats
Actions Taken
SOC Deployment: First industrial-grade SOC fully operational and tailored to rail sector needs
Integrated Operations: Thales teams embedded within Infrabel’s security function for real-time support and long-term maturity growth
Threat Detection Factory: Use of advanced tools including Kafka-based data pipelines, detection-as-code, and custom analytics
Governance & Compliance: Dozens of audits, risk analyses, and continuous improvement activities driven by Thales consultants
Incident Response Readiness: Daily triage and threat hunting, with rapid escalation capabilities and deep forensic capabilities
Why Choose Thales for Transportation Cybersecurity?
With over 6,000 cyber experts, 33,500 R&D engineers, and a global presence across 148 countries, Thales is uniquely positioned to:
Deliver IT/OT-integrated detection and response through 9 global SOCs
Support compliance with NIS2, IEC 63452, and other critical standards
Provide deep industry-specific intelligence and 24/7 protection
Implement proven tools for real-time monitoring, incident response, and SOC orchestration
Offer dedicated consulting, penetration testing, and red team services
Watch the Webinar Replay
Ready to go deeper? Access the on-demand version of our webinar and learn how to build a resilient, compliant, and cyber-secure transportation infrastructure.
