How to Successfully Implement Password Management in OT/ICS
In the previous article, we discussed why password management continues to be one of the toughest cybersecurity challenges in Operational Technology (OT) and Industrial Control System (ICS) environments. Legacy systems, ongoing operations, vendor dependencies, and safety requirements all...
Why Is Password Management So Difficult in OT/ICS?
Password management is often viewed as one of the most fundamental cybersecurity controls. Strong passwords, rotation policies, and account management practices are among the initial security measures taught in most IT security frameworks. Why, after decades of guidance, audits, and security...
Myth: Legacy OT Systems Are Too Old to Be Targeted
When many industrial operators hear about cyberattacks, their minds jump to high-tech targets, modern cloud platforms, corporate IT networks, and state-of-the-art control systems. The assumption often follows:"Our legacy OT systems are too old for hackers to care about. These systems are obscure,...
Managing Cybersecurity Risk in Large-Scale Cellular Modem Deployments for OT Networks
Cellular connectivity has quietly become one of the most common yet least understood components in modern OT environments. Utilities, oil and gas operators, manufacturers, and transportation providers are deploying hundreds or thousands of cellular modems to connect remote assets, including pumps,...
What Should We Call the ICS NSM Market?
Operational Technology (OT) and Industrial Control Systems (ICS) are critical to the infrastructure powering our modern lives, from electricity grids and water systems to manufacturing plants and transportation networks. As cyber threats targeting these systems evolve, security professionals...
Making Cybersecurity Operational
What is Operational Cybersecurity? In today’s increasingly digital world, cybersecurity is more critical than ever. As organizations embrace digital transformation and automation, they face heightened risks from sophisticated cyber threats that can compromise sensitive information, disrupt...
When Cybersecurity Stops the Assembly Line: Lessons from the Jaguar Land Rover Production Shutdown
In late August to early September of 2025, Jaguar Land Rover (JLR), Britain’s largest automotive employer, faced a decision that many organizations hope they never have to make. After detecting a cyber incident affecting its internal systems, JLR’s security and IT teams proactively shut down key...
Myth: Antivirus and Firewalls Are Enough — The Dangerous Shortcut in Cybersecurity
When you think of basic cybersecurity, what comes to mind? For most people (and even many organizations), it starts and ends with installing an antivirus program and setting up a firewall. This traditional mindset has become so widespread that it feels like an unquestionable truth: “If I have...
Is OT Software-Defined Networking (SDN) a Real Thing or a Pipe Dream?
Software-Defined Networking (SDN) has been one of the most talked-about concepts in enterprise networking over the past decade. Promising centralized control, automation, and increased visibility, SDN is often positioned as a modern alternative to traditional, device-by-device network...
OT/ICS Penetration Tests Are Worth It (But Only If You’re Ready)
Penetration testing is often considered an essential tool for identifying vulnerabilities in IT environments. But when it comes to Operational Technology (OT) and Industrial Control Systems (ICS), penetration testing can be a double-edged sword. Many organizations invest heavily in these...
Implementing API 1164 Cybersecurity Guidelines in the Pipeline Industry
In today's digital age, the pipeline industry faces increasing cybersecurity threats that can jeopardize operations, safety, and data integrity. To address these challenges, the American Petroleum Institute (API) introduced API 1164, a comprehensive cybersecurity guideline to enhance pipeline...
Myth: “My Small OT Network Won’t Be Targeted”
In the cybersecurity landscape, a common myth continues to threaten operational technology (OT) environments: “Our network is too small to be a target.” This belief, though seemingly reasonable, is dangerously outdated and disconnected from today's threat landscape. Whether it’s a municipal water...
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