The convergence of IT and OT networks across manufacturing, energy, and critical infrastructure has brought industrial control systems (ICS) into direct contact with the same threat actors targeting enterprise IT. This IIoT World analysis covers the…
In 2026, the traditional "air gap" is a logical challenge. The convergence of IT and OT, coupled with AI-driven threats, has rendered "security by obscurity" obsolete. To maintain operational resilience, industrial leaders are shifting their focus…
The energy sector faces a cybersecurity challenge unlike any other critical infrastructure domain. As utilities, oil and gas operators, and renewable energy providers accelerate digital transformation, the convergence of operational technology (OT) and information technology (IT)…
The industrial internet of things (IIoT) is reaching new heights. As the lines between operational technology (OT) and information technology (IT) blur, companies are unlocking new standards of visibility and efficiency. However, this trend also has…
Navigating the complexities of legacy systems, security threats, and scalability remains a significant challenge in the fast-evolving world of industrial technology. Erik Nordmark, co-founder of an edge computing company, has spent decades at the forefront of…
As cyber threats targeting operational technology (OT) and critical infrastructure continue to rise, organizations must prioritize cybersecurity to protect essential systems. Attacks on power grids, oil and gas facilities, and manufacturing plants can cause widespread disruptions,…
At S4 Tampa, Almog Apirion, CEO of Cyolo, shared his expertise on securing cyber-physical systems, tackling zero trust challenges, AI-driven threats, and the future of identity-based security. His journey from leading the Israeli Navy’s cyber unit…
The shift towards zero trust in industrial control systems (ICS) is driven by the increasing complexity and interconnectedness of these systems, as well as the growing threat of cyber attacks on critical infrastructure. Historically, trust has…
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…
The scourge of ransomware is not new, but recent months have seen a spate of fresh attacks on city governments. One high-profile example is Baltimore, which faced a lengthy system outage in May and June after…