Dr. Thaddeus Eze
- Cyber Security Consultant and Auditor
- Airbus Protect
Dr Thaddeus Eze is a Cybersecurity Consultant & Auditor at Airbus Protect. With extensive experience in security assessments, including aviation ‘security for safety’ alignment, Thaddeus is a trusted advisor to organisations looking to enhance their cybersecurity posture and safety standards. Additionally, Thaddeus serves as a Visiting Lecturer at the University of Chester, where he imparts his knowledge and expertise to the next generation of professionals in the field. He has a strong track record in cybersecurity research, providing expert guidance and solutions in information security and aviation safety. His commitment to sharing knowledge, upholding information security standards, ensuring compliance, and fostering safety excellence has made him a valuable asset in the industry. Thaddeus holds a PhD in Autonomic Computing, and has published a book and multiple papers on trustworthy autonomic systems, cyber security, and intelligent systems.
Sessions
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Cybersecurity in Connectivity and the Cockpit
Navigating the Regulatory Landscape: Unifying Safety and Continuity in Aviation Cyber Risk Assessments
Cybersecurity in aviation faces critical challenges including GNSS vulnerabilities such as jamming, spoofing, and interference, compounded by increasing connectivity. Avionics systems are increasingly networked and the integration of Electronic Flight Bags (EFBs), often consumer devices like iPads, introduces risks of data manipulation through two-way gateways to the flight deck. Maintenance tools and cabin systems pose additional threats if uncertified, risking malware introduction. Emerging 5G interference challenges demand resilient aircraft systems. New regulatory focus, such as CAA NIS-D, emphasizes data integrity alongside availability, mandating comprehensive cyber risk management. Protecting end-to-end data integrity, akin to navigation database standards (DO-200/ED-76), and DO-326A/ED200-2A compliance is essential to prevent upstream contamination, aviation systems security and ensuring safety.