As the European leader in defense naval, Naval Group is a prime target for cyberattacks. After developing internal awareness tools, the company decided to create a fun and immersive application. This virtual reality serious game highlights cybersecurity management while attracting young talent to the cyber defense department.
Device
This serious game is based on an analogy between a cyberattack and a naval attack. The player, wearing a virtual reality headset, finds themselves aboard a defense vessel when a threat arises: malicious marine drones are approaching rapidly, ready to strike. Time is running out.
The player must react by implementing rapid countermeasures. An intrusion into the radar’s automatic identification system compromises security, and they must use a “cyber cannon” to neutralize the false ships detected. At the same time, an attack on the GPS system throws the ship into confusion. To succeed, the learner must apply their cybersecurity knowledge to protect the ship and restore order before it’s too late.
Pedagogical objectives
- Explain the cybersecurity challenges in the naval sector in a fun and immersive way to a non-expert audience.
- Attract attention at trade shows and inspire vocations within Naval Group’s cyber defense teams.
Target
This serious game is aimed at the general public and potential future employees visiting Naval Group’s booth at trade shows.
