Following the news that digital upgrades are placing the UK’s rail network at risk from hacking, a number of security experts have commented on the issue.
A government scientist advisor has warned that an upgrade to a hi-tech signalling system in control of all Britain’s train has the potential to be hacked and cause a serious crash.
A £90m scheme to deliver faster wi-fi on commuter trains will be part-funded by a fine paid by Network Rail, the publically-owned firm responsible for the upkeep of tracks, signalling and stations across the UK.
Network Rail has won the IT Ambassador Award at the Real IT Awards for its attempts to encourage women to consider an IT career.
Network Rail, the publicly-owned firm responsible for the upkeep of much the UK’s rail network, has chosen suppliers for its new rostering solution.
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