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The following original articles provide a deep diving experience into technical topics and a strong foundational concept that you cannot miss. The authors share valuable knowledge based on real valuable experience.
Threats
Know about the threat landscape that can compromise industrial plants. Find out more.
Building automation giant Johnson Controls hit by ransomware attack
Johnson Controls, a leading provider of building automation systems, has been hit by a ransomware attack, potentially compromising the security ...
Cuba ransomware uses Veeam exploit against critical U.S. organizations
"Cuba ransomware: Unleashing a Veeam exploit to wreak havoc on U.S. critical organizations." ...
Physical attacks on power grid surge to new peak – Power Grid Sabotage
People are shooting, sabotaging and vandalizing electrical equipment in the U.S. at a pace unseen in at least a decade, ...
Vulnerabilities
Know about the vulnerability landscape that can expose industrial plants. Find out more.
Unpatched Vulnerabilities Expose Riello UPSs to Hacking: Security Firm
Discover how WiseGroup's Security Firm uncovered critical unpatched vulnerabilities in Riello UPSs, posing severe security risks ...
CISA warns of Windows flaw used in infostealer malware attacks
CISA alerts of critical Windows flaw exploited in infostealer malware attacks, stressing urgent action. WisePlant is here to safeguard your ...
FreeBSD Releases Urgent Patch for High-Severity OpenSSH Vulnerability
FreeBSD takes swift action to address critical OpenSSH vulnerability, issuing urgent patch for heightened security ...
Consequences
Know about potential consequences and risks to industrial plants. Find out more.
American Water, the largest water utility in US, is targeted by a cyberattack
Discover the implications of the recent cyberattack on American Water, the largest water utility in the US. Learn about the ...
Hackers target Arkansas City water treatment plant, prompting federal investigation
In a concerning turn of events, hackers breach the Arkansas City water treatment plant, leading to a federal investigation. Vulnerabilities ...
Svilosa Chemical plant fire injures three employees
An explosion and subsequent fire left three employees injured at a Bulgarian chemical plant on 29 July. The incident happened ...
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Analyzing the Cybersecurity Risk Formula to Calculate Risk
This article delves into the intricacies of calculating cybersecurity risk, emphasizing the formula: Risk = Threat x Vulnerability x Impact ...
Analyzing the cybersecurity TRIAD for industrial applications as no one has explained it to you. The harsh reality.
The Cybersecurity TRIAD is insuficiente into Industrial Control Systems. The wrong application of rationales will lead to budget mitigation instead ...
ISA/IEC-62443 Applications Compliance
The ISA/IEC-62443 series of standards is developed on three main roles. These are (a) plant owner, (b) value-added service provider, ...
Taking good decisions during a risk assessment
Many different methods are currently used to assess cyber risk in industrial systems. Only a few are a good decisions ...
Security By Design in Industrial Cybersecurity
Security by design is one of the most important and fundamental activities during the process of implementing cybersecurity in industrial ...
1. What is industrial Cybersecurity?
Learn about the importance of securing industrial networks and the challenges in implementing effective cybersecurity measures within industrial environments ...
Schneider Electric Achieves Cybersecurity Certification for EcoStruxure Solutions
Discover how Schneider Electric reached cybersecurity certification for its EcoStruxure Solutions. Unveiling the significance of cybersecurity and Schneider Electric's compliance ...
Microsoft ends development of Windows Server Update Services (WSUS)
Discover the repercussions as Microsoft halts WSUS development. Learn about alternatives, community feedback, and the future of server updates ...
IEC publishes IEC 62443-2-1:2024, setting security standards for industrial automation and control systems
Addressing cybersecurity on an organization-wide basis can seem like a daunting task. There is no simple cookbook for security, nor ...
New ISAGCA whitepaper addresses zero trust outcomes using ISA/IEC 62443 standards
Discover how the new ISAGCA whitepaper leverages ISA/IEC 62443 standards to achieve zero trust outcomes and enhance cybersecurity excellence ...
