Operational Technology (OT) refers to the hardware and software used to change, monitor, or control the enterprise’s physical devices, processes, and events. Unlike traditional Information Technology (IT) systems, OT systems directly impact the physical world. This unique characteristic of OT brings additional cybersecurity considerations not typically present in conventional IT security architectures. The convergence of […]
Threat actors are targeting operational technology (OT) and Internet of Things (IoT) environments with increasing sophistication and have a growing attack surface of vulnerabilities to help them do so, Nozomi Networks has warned in a new report. Its Assessing the Threat Landscape report covers the second half of 2023 using internally sourced data from honeypots and customer […]
Working at the speed of digital business is a constant challenge. But in today’s increasingly automated operational environment, crypto agility—i.e., an organization’s ability to (at the moment of compromise) switch rapidly and seamlessly between certificate authorities, encryption standards and keys and certificates with minimal disruption to one’s digital infrastructure—becomes essential to business. Crypto agility is […]
MGM Resorts International said it does not expect any further operational disruptions related to a massive September cyberattack. The company, which operates more than 30 casino hotels across the globe, disclosed a social-engineering attack that disrupted casino operations, card payments and other facilities at some of its most iconic properties in Las Vegas. MGM Resorts […]
The sharp increase in attacks on operational technology (OT) systems can be primarily attributed to two key factors: the escalating global threats posed by nation-state actors and the active involvement of profit-driven cybercriminals (often sponsored by the former). The lack of success on the defense side can be attributed to several factors: the complexity of […]
Enterprises that leverage observability increase operational efficiency and grow revenue, according to SolarWinds. The report explores how enterprises can act proactively to maximise the advantages of their observability solutions, integrate best practices into implementations, and mitigate common adoption challenges. The report also found that companies implementing observability benefit from increased operational efficiency, faster innovation, and […]
Cyber attacks on operational technology (OT) have been on the rise in recent years. According to McKinsey & Co, approximately 90 per cent of manufacturing organizations were hit by some form of cyber attack affecting their production process or energy supply. When compared with IT attacks, cyber attacks on OT could carry heavier risk to […]