Lessons Learned from the KA-SAT Cyberattack - Response, Mitigation and Information Sharing

Explore a detailed presentation on the significant cyberattack against Viasat's KA-SAT network in February 2022, which caused widespread service outages across Europe, particularly in Ukraine. Gain insights into the deployment of malware against network terminals and the multiple network-based attacks aimed at denying connectivity to users. Discover how Viasat's operational teams characterized and responded to these attacks in real-time, and learn about the prolonged intensity of the attacks in the weeks following the initial malware incident. Understand the lessons learned from this event, including response strategies, mitigation techniques, and the importance of information sharing in cybersecurity.