Globals Showcases MarCAP, a Tactical SOC-in-a-Box for Naval Cyber Defence, at Indian Navy’s Seminar on Impact of Cyber Attacks on Maritime Sector

Globals Showcases MarCAP, a Tactical SOC-in-a-Box for Naval Cyber Defence, at Indian Navy’s Seminar on Impact of Cyber Attacks on Maritime Sector

New Delhi [India], October 17: Globals, a Bengaluru-headquartered cybersecurity and cyberwarfare solutions company, participated in the Seminar on “Impact of Cyber Attacks on Maritime Sector and its Effects on National Security and International Relations”, organized by the Directorate of Information Warfare (DIW) of the Indian Navy. The event held on October 16th at Sushma Swaraj Bhavan, New Delhi, brought together senior officials, domain experts, and policymakers to address the growing cybersecurity challenges in the maritime sector.

The seminar witnessed participation from senior dignitaries including Director General, CERT-In, Director General, Shipping, Director General, NCIIPC, and other senior representatives from the Indian Navy, Ministry of Defence, Ministry of Shipping and Ministry of Electronics & Information Technology (MeitY).

During the event, Globals unveiled its flagship Maritime Cyber Situational Awareness Platform — “MarCAP”, a SOC-in-the-Box designed for naval and maritime ecosystems. The platform was introduced to Shri Jitin Prasada, Minister of State (MoS) for Electronics and Information Technology, Government of India, Admiral Dinesh K Tripathi, Chief of the Naval Staff (CNS), Vice Admiral Sanjay Vatsayan, Vice Chief of the Naval Staff (VCNS), Commodore Atul Deswal, Director, Information Warfare, Indian Navy, and other senior officers of the Indian Navy.

MarCAP is a centralized decision support system built to enhance cyber situational awareness, threat intelligence integration, and unified visibility across naval and maritime network operations. It safeguards critical shipboard systems such as Bridge, SATCOM, SDN, CMS, IPMS, propulsion, navigation, and combat systems. Purpose-built for air-gapped, tactical naval environments, MarCAP acts as a force multiplier for naval cyber operations, ensuring operational continuity even in degraded or disconnected communication conditions.

The Marlink Global Maritime Cyber Threat Report observed a 67% rise in maritime cyber incidents, with attackers increasingly targeting bridge systems, satellite communication networks, and operational technology (OT) aboard vessels. These findings underscore the urgency for specialized Maritime SOC platforms like MarCAP to safeguard critical national assets and maritime infrastructure.

The Indian Navy, in its official post on X, stated: “The seminar on ‘Impact of Cyber Attacks on Maritime Sector and its Effects on National Security & International Relations’ was held under the aegis of Directorate of Information Warfare. Deliberations focused on building cyber resilience in the maritime domain and safeguarding national interests.”

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Speaking at the Cyber Security Seminar, the Chief of Naval Staff Admiral Dinesh K. Tripathi emphasised that as the seas become ‘data oceans’ driven by ‘Smart ports, AI-driven logistics, and autonomous navigation,’ every vessel and port terminal is now a vulnerable floating computer network. Admiral Tripathi concluded by commending the Indian Navy’s commitment to strengthening cyber resilience through various measures and expressed confidence that the seminar will ‘catalyse concrete action,’ reinforcing India’s readiness to navigate the digitally connected maritime domain.”

Vice President of Globals, Mr Samarth Shyamanur, said “With rising digitalization of naval systems, the maritime sector has become a prime target for cyber threats. MarCAP reflects India’s ability to build indigenous, AI-driven, and air-gapped cyber defence systems for its naval ecosystem. We thank the Indian Navy for organizing this first-of-its-kind event on maritime cybersecurity, which underscores the importance of protecting our seas in the digital era.”

About Globals

Globals is an Indian cybersecurity solutions company headquartered in Bengaluru, India, with operations in Europe and Middle East. The company specializes in Security Operations Centers, Cyber Defence Systems, Tactical SOCs, and AI-powered Hardware Security.

Globals focuses on delivering turnkey solutions in Cyberwarfare Systems, Security Operations Centers (SOCs), Cyber Defence Platforms, Zero Trust Network Access (ZTNA) Solutions, and AI-powered Data Diodes. The company is empanelled by CERT-In, recognized by the Government of India’s Department of Scientific and Industrial Research (DSIR) for its in- house R&D capabilities, and trusted by strategic sectors including Defence, Aerospace, Banking & Finance, Energy, and Manufacturing.

Its flagship offerings such as the Tactical SOC-in-a-Box, MarCAP (Maritime Cyber Situational Awareness Platform), and AI-driven Cyber Threat Intelligence Systems are purpose-built for air-gapped and mission-critical environments — enabling organizations to maintain operational continuity and cyber resilience in contested domains.

Globals is committed to advancing India’s cyber sovereignty and strengthening national preparedness through indigenous innovation, research collaboration, and global partnerships in the fields of Cyberwarfare, AI Security, and Quantum-Resilient Systems.

SquareX Uncovers Critical Vulnerabilities in Malicious Document Detection Among Top Webmail Providers Like Gmail, Outlook

SquareX Uncovers Critical Vulnerabilities in Malicious Document Detection Among Top Webmail Providers Like Gmail, Outlook

SquareX, a browser-security start-up led by serial cybersecurity entrepreneur Vivek Ramachandran, today unveiled the results of its recent study, revealing a concerning reality about major email providers’ inadequacies in safeguarding users against malicious document-based threats.

The study, conducted by SquareX’s research and development team, involved analysing 100 malicious document samples, which were segmented into four distinct categories:

  1. Original malicious document samples from MalwareBazaar
  2. Slightly altered malicious document samples from MalwareBazaar, such as changes in metadata and file formats
  3. Malicious document samples modified using attack tools that have existed for many years
  4. Basic Macro-enabled documents that execute programs on user devices.

These samples were sent via a third-party email provider, ProtonMail, to several major email providers, including industry giants such as Gmail, Outlook, Yahoo, AOL, and Apple iCloud Mail. The study revealed that while email providers like Gmail and Outlook demonstrated basic detection capabilities in identifying unmodified malicious document samples, they faltered in detecting modified malicious documents manipulated with readily accessible attack tools – exposing a glaring cybersecurity loophole that poses a potential threat to millions of users around the world.

Given the prevailing reliance on email services as secure communication channels, these findings raise important questions about the effectiveness of relying on existing email security measures and the false sense of security they may instil in millions of users and enterprises worldwide. While cyber threats are becoming increasingly sophisticated, email providers appear ill-prepared to detect and intercept these emerging threats, consequently leaving users to potential exploitation.

“The inadvertent discovery of this significant lapse in email security during our product enhancement process was startling, especially in India where most people use these services both for personal and professional work and rely on them for security,” shared Vivek Ramachandran, the founder and CEO of SquareX. “Our intention in making these findings public is to ignite a dialogue on the urgent need for reinforced security measures and encourage email providers to either elevate their security protocols or transparently acknowledge their current limitations,” added Vivek.

To bridge this security gap, SquareX has introduced an advanced in-browser malicious document scanning feature as a part of its browser extension, currently in beta. This move not only speaks of the company’s commitment to making the web a safer place but also invites other companies to join forces in securing the web activities of users and enterprises from cyber-attacks.

About SquareX:

SquareX is a browser-security start-up founded by the seasoned cybersecurity expert and serial entrepreneur, Vivek Ramachandran. At the core of SquareX’s mission is the commitment to empower users and enterprises with the confidence to navigate the online world without fear. With its innovative browser-native security solutions and unique isolation technology, SquareX aims to safeguard both individuals and enterprises from a spectrum of browser-based threats, encompassing malicious files, websites, scripts, and compromised networks.

Available on the Chrome and Edge stores, the SquareX browser extension has not only been awarded as “featured extension” by Chrome store but has also earned over 100,000 users globally in less than a year.