Marlink’s New Cyber Defense Tool Hunts Down Threats Before They Strike

In an era where digitalization is accelerating across industries—from maritime logistics to luxury yachting—cyber threats are evolving just as fast. Now, Marlink is doubling down on preemptive security with its latest offering: External Attack Surface Management (EASM), a tool designed to sniff out vulnerabilities before hackers can exploit them.

Why EASM Matters Now

The timing isn’t accidental. As businesses in maritime, energy, and enterprise sectors ramp up digital transformation, their internet-facing systems—cloud servers, APIs, even employee credentials—have become low-hanging fruit for cybercriminals. “Every new digital asset is a potential entry point,” says Marlink, which launched the solution under its Marlink Cyber division. Unlike reactive measures, EASM scans external infrastructure 24/7, flagging risks like misconfigured firewalls, spoofed domains, or leaked credentials on the Dark Web.

“The goal isn’t just to defend, but to eliminate blind spots before attackers see them.”

How It Works—Without the Hassle

What sets EASM apart is its zero-friction deployment. No hardware. No lengthy setup. Customers can activate protection minutes after signing up, with automated scans covering everything from shadow IT to exposed databases. The system then prioritizes risks, offering actionable insights alongside expert guidance—a critical feature for industries like shipping, where a single breach can disrupt global supply chains.

More Than Just Compliance

While EASM helps companies align with stringent standards like ISO 27001 and IACS UR E26, its real value lies in operational resilience. Continuous monitoring means a phishing domain mimicking a client’s brand gets flagged instantly, while Dark Web surveillance alerts teams if employee logins surface in underground markets. For sectors handling sensitive cargo or energy infrastructure, that’s not just regulatory box-ticking—it’s existential.

Marlink’s bet? In the escalating arms race between defenders and attackers, the winners will be those who strike first—without waiting for the breach.