On-board systems have increasingly grown more intricate, and the need for secure, strong, and dependable data communications is essential for the safety of our railways. Every day, millions of individuals depend on railway transport systems, anticipating that trains will arrive and leave punctually, that passengers are safe during travel, and that their information remains protected. This is a challenging endeavor that requires numerous systems to function effectively, particularly in unison.
Westermo has been leading the way in on-board train systems for many years. The Viper family has been developed and integrated into numerous on-board systems globally, and as these systems expand, Viper facilitates growth and enhancement effortlessly.
As customer demand for Internet usage grows, cybersecurity has emerged as a key focus for the industry. Reports of customer data breaches and system hacks have become commonplace instead of being an uncommon event. Travelers desire safety not only while they are on the move but also when accessing the Internet. Most importantly, the on-board system’s safety must consistently stay protected.
The Viper 3000 series maintain the form, fit, and function of all previous Viper products. Its most notable feature is the identical footprint to the existing product family. This enables upgrades or replacements to be seamless, as the new unit fits perfectly into existing systems. The Viper’s proven design is among the most compact, efficient, and robust solution on the market, ensuring a smooth transition.
At Westermo, security is paramount to our product design. The Viper 3000 series, with its ongoing IEC 62443-4-2 SL2 Certificate, stands as one of the most secure products available today. The IEC 62443-4-2 certification provides supply chain transparency, enabling full confidence and collaboration throughout every process. This complements many other conformities that the family offers, such as EN 50155, EN 50121-3-2 and EN 50121-4.
The Viper 3000 series is powered by WeOS 5, Westermo’s next generation operating system. WeOS 5 offers a best-in-class OS, such as extended logging, firewalls, and Secure Boot. With Secure Boot Westermo ensures that only trusted and authorized firmware is allowed and is compatible with all WeOS devices. Secure Boot protects devices from malicious software, which could lead to high jacking not only the device but the whole system itself.
Collectively, the design, simplicity, and enrichment of cybersecurity features display the endless possibilities for all customer requirements and provide safety for all who are on-board.
“The Viper family has been successfully implemented on numerous on-board systems worldwide, demonstrating its reliability and effectiveness. As systems evolve, the Viper family facilitates seamless development and growth. In an era where cybersecurity is paramount, the Viper 3000 series stands out as a robust and secure solution, ensuring the safety and integrity of customer data.”
– Product Manager Anders Hanberg