CISA is calling for enhanced cybersecurity measures in operational technology (OT) environments, which include critical sectors like manufacturing, energy, and water systems. OT systems, often overlooked and now increasingly connected to the internet, are experiencing a surge in cyberattacks, evidenced by an 87% increase in incidents against industrial companies in the US. Recent malware variants targeting OT systems further highlight vulnerabilities. CISA's guidance emphasizes starting from scratch with taxonomy-based asset inventories, stressing that OT systems are vital to national security and daily life.
CISA is urging companies with operational technology environments to set a better cybersecurity posture, emphasizing the need for foundational practices rather than just new software.
OT refers to technology dealing with physical processes like manufacturing and energy distribution, which has often been overlooked in cybersecurity considerations.
Recent data shows an 87 percent increase in cyberattacks targeting industrial companies in the US, highlighting the urgent need for improved OT cybersecurity measures.
CISA published guidance for OT cybersecurity that starts from the basics and stresses the importance of a taxonomy-based asset inventory for OT systems.
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