Cyberattacks on Logistics Are Set to Double in 2026: Why Your Supply Chain Needs Urgent Attention

In today's hyper-connected global supply chains, a single cyber breach can halt shipments, spike costs, and disrupt operations for weeks. A new report from Everstream Analytics paints a sobering picture: cyberattacks targeting logistics companies are expected to double in 2026, building on years of explosive growth.

The numbers are staggering. Since 2021, incidents affecting carriers, ports, 3PLs, and other logistics providers have surged nearly 1,000%. In 2025 alone, cyber incidents jumped 61%—from 132 cases to 213. Hackers are no longer just targeting individual companies; they're increasingly hitting shared transportation networks, where one breach can cascade across thousands of businesses.

These interconnected systems—ports, carriers, digital platforms—create attractive targets. When a key hub or shared system goes down, shipments stall, inventory piles up, and costs escalate rapidly as companies scramble for limited capacity.

The Evolving Threat Landscape

The report also reveals a dangerous shift: a growing number of 2025 incidents were linked to state-sponsored actors from Russia, China, and Iran. These coordinated campaigns often hit maritime infrastructure, airports, and transportation networks across multiple countries simultaneously.

Compounding the issue: many breaches involve third-party providers, leaving shippers and carriers with limited visibility or control. Ports and major transportation hubs remain especially exposed—a single incident can ripple across ocean, air, rail, and truck networks.

Looking Ahead to 2026: More Connections, More Risks

With increasing digitalization, automation, and reliance on shared systems, the attack surface is expanding. Rising geopolitical tensions are putting logistics infrastructure directly in the crosshairs.

Cyber risk is no longer just an IT issue—it's a core supply chain challenge that can outpace traditional disruptions like weather, labor shortages, or equipment failures.

How Gain Consulting Can Help Protect Your Operations

At Gain Consulting LLC, we specialize in building resilient supply chains that withstand both physical and digital threats. Our services include:

• Comprehensive cyber risk assessments for logistics and transportation networks

• Third-party vendor security evaluations and supply chain visibility improvements

• Diversification strategies to reduce dependence on vulnerable hubs and providers

• Contingency planning for cyber-induced disruptions, including alternative routing and capacity sourcing

• Integration of cybersecurity best practices into overall supply chain optimization

Don't wait for the next major incident to hit your bottom line. Partner with us to proactively strengthen your defenses and maintain operational continuity in an increasingly hostile digital environment.

Contact Gain Consulting today for a no-obligation consultation. Let's turn rising cyber threats into your opportunity for greater resilience.

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