WISeKey International Holding Ltd. has introduced an ultra-secure picosatellite solution via its subsidiary WISeSat AG. This initiative is designed for the quantum-ready internet of things (IoT) communications market. The cybersecurity landscape of space is changing, and with it, the threats faced by satellites.
There was a shocking exposure last April which saw hackers from Thales Alenia Space manipulating ESA‘s (European Space Agency‘s) OPS-SAT spacecraft, affecting its operations and imagery. A leaked US intelligence report reveals China’s exploration into cyber weapons, capable of overtaking enemy satellites during wartime scenarios. This growing list of concerns also includes disruption caused by a cyber-attack on Viasat’s broadband service last year.
WISeSat.Space, alongside SEALSQ, is addressing these concerns with their collaboration. By incorporating the VaultIC408 secure element, they are fortifying each endpoint within the satellite network. This initiative promises businesses, irrespective of their size, a cost-effective, ultra-secure means to establish their digital ecosystems. Seventeen WISeSat-ready satellites have already made their journey into space via SpaceX, part of an ambitious 80-satellite constellation that aims to offer global IoT connectivity and a data latency of 10 hours.
Embracing the quantum era, WISeSat.Space is fortifying its solutions against the potential threats posed by quantum computing. By implementing post-quantum solutions and devices, the company is also setting the standard for secure multi-factor authentication and critical data transfer in the age of quantum computing. “For those keen on tracking the progress, the WISeSat-ready Fossa Satellites can be monitored in real-time at FossaSat-2E1. With a full constellation, users can witness an impressive revisit time of just 5 minutes,” the company added.
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