Quantifying ICS Risk: A Key to Informed Decision-Making
· Cybersecurity

Quantifying ICS Risk: A Key to Informed Decision-Making

In today’s interconnected industrial landscape, where Operational Technology (OT) systems converge with digital networks, the potential for cyber threats looms large. Without a clear understanding of the likelihood and impact of these threats, it becomes challenging to allocate resources effectively and prioritize security investments. By quantifying Industrial Control System (ICS) risk, organizations can transform vague […]

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Securing the Perimeter: Cybersecurity at the Edge for OT LAN and Edge Networks
· Cybersecurity

Securing the Perimeter: Cybersecurity at the Edge for OT LAN and Edge Networks

Industrial cybersecurity is a critical focus area for the manufacturing sector, where legacy systems and digital transformation collide. This session, featuring experts from Fortinet, Orange Business, Enfo CyberSec, and Honeywell, explores solutions to secure OT (Operational Technology) networks and protect critical infrastructure.Challenges in Securing OT NetworksLegacy equipment such as HMIs, PLCs, and specialized industrial devices lacks modern security […]

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Elevating OT Cybersecurity Through Managed Services: A Strategic Framework
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Elevating OT Cybersecurity Through Managed Services: A Strategic Framework

In today’s interconnected world, the cybersecurity of Operational Technology (OT) systems has emerged as a pivotal concern for industries spanning power generation to process manufacturing. The complexity and criticality of these systems demand a sophisticated, nuanced approach to cybersecurity that evolves in tandem with emerging threats and technologies. The concept of managed services in the […]

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The Unified Namespace: Merging OT with IT
· Connected Industry

The Unified Namespace: Merging OT with IT

The unified namespace is the next iteration in the Industrial Internet of Things’ (IIoT’s) digital transformation. A unified namespace is a single source of truth for IIoT data. It combines components from the pyramidal network-and-system ISA 95 functional model with the advanced capabilities of modern cloud software. The unified namespace architecture includes a centralized repository […]

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Accelerating Digitalization and Innovation in Battery Manufacturing
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Accelerating Digitalization and Innovation in Battery Manufacturing

As the world moves towards greater digitalization and the convergence of IT (Information Technology) and OT (Operational Technology), the battery manufacturing industry is experiencing a significant shift towards smarter manufacturing processes. In a recent interview with Brenda Discher, SVP, Business Strategy & Marketing from Siemens, we found out a few things.One key takeaway from Siemens’ […]

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Matt Morris on New OT Managed Service for Critical Infrastructure
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Matt Morris on New OT Managed Service for Critical Infrastructure

The OT environment is different from the IT environment in many ways, with proprietary and multi-vendor systems that require a specialized approach. The existing managed security services are generally inadequate as they are focused on IT rather than OT, and the lack of open standards means they are tied to a single vendor. In contrast, […]

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Exploring SBOMs and Software Escrow: Strategies for Securing OT Supply Chains
· Connected Industry

Exploring SBOMs and Software Escrow: Strategies for Securing OT Supply Chains

“Timely and secure information sharing can bridge the gap between vulnerability and security.”This was a key message from a webinar on ICS & OT Supply Chain Risk Management presented by Information Security Media Group. The webinar discussed how Industrial Controls Systems (ICS) and Operational Technology (OT) can be particularly vulnerable to supply chain risks. In addition, it […]

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How to Protect Your OT Network — Without Disrupting Operations
· Cybersecurity

How to Protect Your OT Network — Without Disrupting Operations

A good portion of existing operational technology (OT) networks were originally built during the air gap days, where isolation from other enterprise systems made for sufficient security. As digital transformation initiatives drive IT and OT networks towards convergence, the result is a network where anything can theoretically connect to anything else. That’s a dangerous amount […]

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Q&A on Cyber Resiliency for Operational Technology
· Cybersecurity

Q&A on Cyber Resiliency for Operational Technology

As recent cyberattacks have demonstrated increased risk to both IT and operational technology (OT) environments, resilience readiness today has evolved. It is more than a cybersecurity strategy and involves the enforcement of rules and policies that provide the visibility, control, and situational awareness to respond at the speed of business while ensuring that safety and […]

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Aggregating IT/OT Data Does Not Equal Convergence
· Connected Industry

Aggregating IT/OT Data Does Not Equal Convergence

Earlier this year, a colleague of mine and I were on our way to the IoT Solutions World Congress in Barcelona. Although we made our connecting flights, a couple of minutes after deplaning, we received emails and texts from the airline informing us that our luggage was not on the plane. The text then asked us […]

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OT:ICEFALL: Addressing Operational Technology Equipment Flaws with Zero-Trust Controls
· Smart Manufacturing

OT:ICEFALL: Addressing Operational Technology Equipment Flaws with Zero-Trust Controls

A new report on Operational Technology (OT) equipment flaws from automated cybersecurity software company Forescout outlines the alarming state of OT security. The report titled OT:ICEFALL was crafted by researchers at the company’s Vedere lab. It breaks down 56 vulnerabilities affecting 26 devices from 10 vendors in OT. The findings sound an already blaring alarm […]

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Data is the key in IT/OT convergence
· Connected Industry

Data is the key in IT/OT convergence

A database on the edge can open doors to enhanced IT and OT operations. The Internet of Things (IoT) and the Industrial Internet of Things (IIoT) are no longer vague concepts. They are part of a movement that is transforming the way organizations conduct their business. In this new era of technology, everything can be […]

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