ZeroLock: Autonomous Real-Time Cybersecurity Tool for In-Orbit Satellite Communications Assets

Vali Cyber proposes to extend its previous work to develop “Zero Lock: Space” to address the risk of potential cyber-attacks on in-orbit space systems. ZeroLock: Space will provide initial research needed to define requirements for a fully automated cybersecurity solution that combines active and passive techniques to prevent malicious cyberattacks on mission-critical assets of the Space Force. ZeroLock: Space will also fit within the Battle Management Command, Control & Communications suite to provide protection for Linux-based systems against increased adversary actions to deny, degrade, and disrupt vital communications and cause adverse actions that impede space systems, and Vali offers ability to interoperation with additional capabilities. Within 3 months, Vali Cyber will 1) Outline areas within the USSF where our technology will have a mission impact. 2) Conduct  outreach to prospective end users and acquisition personnel 3) Understand agency-specific areas where adaptations to technology may be required. 4) Develop a concept for a prototype of Zero Lock: Space 5) Iterate mission scope/production requirements 6) Develop a commercialization plan.