Operational technology

Mainframes Here to Stay as 92% of Organizations Embrace Pragmatic Modernization, Fourth Annual Advanced Report Finds

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Tuesday, February 6, 2024
Networks, Data Management, Mobile, Wireless, Technology, Software, Operational technology, AI, Government, Education minister, Agility, Culture, Organization

The winds of change are redirecting mainframe modernization strategies worldwide, according to Advanced’s Fourth Annual Mainframe Modernization Business Barometer Report .

Key Points: 
  • The winds of change are redirecting mainframe modernization strategies worldwide, according to Advanced’s Fourth Annual Mainframe Modernization Business Barometer Report .
  • Faced with mounting competition and economic uncertainty, 92% of global enterprises are changing course to retain mainframes as part of pragmatic hybrid strategies, rather than pursuing wholesale cloud shifts.
  • The report, which surveyed 400 IT leaders worldwide, reveals hybrid infrastructure strategies taking hold to balance workloads across cloud and mainframe.
  • “The pressure to migrate all data to the cloud has faded,” said Tim Jones, Managing Director of Application Modernization at Advanced.

Dragos CEO & Founder Robert M. Lee to Address U.S. Congressional Subcommittee on Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Protection on Securing Operational Technology in the U.S. Water Sector

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Monday, February 5, 2024
Technology, White House, Federal Government, Security, Utilities, Homeland Security, Software, Government Technology, Defense, Contracts, Public Policy, Government, Energy, Policy, Operational technology, Hearing, Representative, Cyber resilience, Congress, Security agency, House, Safety, Water, Reserve Forces Policy Board, Computer security, Electricity, Oil, Senate, House of Representatives, ICS, Cannon House Office Building, SANS Institute, LEE, Organization

SUMMARY: Dragos CEO and Founder Robert M. Lee has been invited to testify at the hearing before the U.S. Congressional Subcommittee on Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Protection on February 6, 2024.

Key Points: 
  • SUMMARY: Dragos CEO and Founder Robert M. Lee has been invited to testify at the hearing before the U.S. Congressional Subcommittee on Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Protection on February 6, 2024.
  • Dragos, Inc., is the global leader in cybersecurity for industrial controls systems (ICS)/operational technology (OT) environments.
  • At the time, he noted that while alarming, there was time to address these issues if we worked diligently.
  • He is CEO and co-founder of Dragos, a global technology leader in cybersecurity for industrial controls systems (ICS)/operational technology (OT) environments.

Ransomware-as-a-Service, Supply-chain Attacks, Geopolitical Issues Complicate OT/ICS Cybersecurity for Global Industries, TXOne Networks Report Reveals

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Tuesday, January 30, 2024
Networks, Security, Data Management, Technology, Software, Multimedia, Operational technology, CPS, Growth, Annual report, Risk management, Research, Network, Transport, Prevalence, Safety, Computer security, Biotechnology, ICS, RaaS, Organization, Face, OT

TXOne Networks , a leader in Cyber-Physical Systems (CPS) security, published its 2023 annual report detailing a growing range of cybersecurity issues facing global industries.

Key Points: 
  • TXOne Networks , a leader in Cyber-Physical Systems (CPS) security, published its 2023 annual report detailing a growing range of cybersecurity issues facing global industries.
  • The Crisis of Convergence: OT/ICS Cybersecurity 2023 distills the survey findings, alongside extensive TXOne Networks threat research from 545 cybersecurity incidents around the world in 2023.
  • TXOne Networks offers cybersecurity solutions that ensure the reliability and safety of industrial control systems and operational technology environments.
  • TXOne Networks works together with both leading manufacturers and critical infrastructure operators to develop practical, operations-friendly approaches to cyber defense.

Ransomware-as-a-Service, Supply-chain Attacks, Geopolitical Issues Complicate OT/ICS Cybersecurity for Global Industries, TXOne Networks Report Reveals

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Wednesday, January 31, 2024
Online Privacy, Data Management, Security, Technology, Software, Networks, Multimedia, Operational technology, CPS, Growth, Annual report, Risk management, Research, Network, Transport, Prevalence, Safety, Computer security, Biotechnology, ICS, RaaS, Organization, Face, OT

TXOne Networks , a leader in Cyber-Physical Systems (CPS) security, published its 2023 annual report detailing a growing range of cybersecurity issues facing global industries.

Key Points: 
  • TXOne Networks , a leader in Cyber-Physical Systems (CPS) security, published its 2023 annual report detailing a growing range of cybersecurity issues facing global industries.
  • The Crisis of Convergence: OT/ICS Cybersecurity 2023 distills the survey findings, alongside extensive TXOne Networks threat research from 545 cybersecurity incidents around the world in 2023.
  • TXOne Networks offers cybersecurity solutions that ensure the reliability and safety of industrial control systems and operational technology environments.
  • TXOne Networks works together with both leading manufacturers and critical infrastructure operators to develop practical, operations-friendly approaches to cyber defense.

Ransomware-as-a-Service, Supply-chain Attacks, Geopolitical Issues Complicate OT/ICS Cybersecurity for Global Industries, TXOne Networks Report Reveals

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Wednesday, January 31, 2024
Operational technology, CPS, Growth, Annual report, Risk management, Research, Transport, Environment, Prevalence, Safety, Computer security, Biotechnology, ICS, RaaS, Organization, Face, OT

TAIPEI, Jan. 31, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- TXOne Networks, a leader in Cyber-Physical Systems (CPS) security, published its 2023 annual report detailing a growing range of cybersecurity issues facing global industries. The Crisis of Convergence: OT/ICS Cybersecurity 2023, which is publicly available for free download, details diverse intensifying challenges, including growth in attacks via Ransomware-as-a-Service (RaaS) models, exploitation of supply-chain vulnerabilities and prevalence of state-sponsored hackers and other politically motivated actors in the wake of geopolitical issues.

Key Points: 
  • TAIPEI, Jan. 31, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- TXOne Networks , a leader in Cyber-Physical Systems (CPS) security, published its 2023 annual report detailing a growing range of cybersecurity issues facing global industries.
  • TXOne Networks in September 2023 surveyed 405 key IT and OT security decision-makers from across multiple global markets and sectors including automotive, pharmaceuticals and biotechnology, chemical, general manufacturing, oil, and gas and transportation.
  • The Crisis of Convergence: OT/ICS Cybersecurity 2023 distills the survey findings, alongside extensive TXOne Networks threat research from 545 cybersecurity incidents around the world in 2023.
  • Download TXOne Networks' The Crisis of Convergence: OT/ICS Cybersecurity 2023.

Emerging ICS Trends Set to Reshape Cybersecurity Landscape at SANS Security East 2024

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Tuesday, January 30, 2024
Cloud, Knowledge, OT, Industrial control system, ICS, Information technology, GIAC, Curriculum, SANS Institute, Security, Risk, Operational technology, Safety, SANS, Supply chain security, SCADA, NERC, Engineering, Risk management

BETHESDA, Md., Jan. 30, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- In an era where digital transformation is paramount, Industrial Control Systems (ICS) stand at the forefront of technological evolution and cybersecurity. As we approach SANS Security East 2024, powered by an innovative ICS curriculum, it's crucial to recognize the emerging trends in ICS and their impact on critical infrastructure and cybersecurity landscapes.

Key Points: 
  • As we approach SANS Security East 2024 , powered by an innovative ICS curriculum, it's crucial to recognize the emerging trends in ICS and their impact on critical infrastructure and cybersecurity landscapes.
  • This evolving landscape underscores the need for robust cybersecurity measures in ICS.
  • The SANS Security East 2024 event, scheduled for February 19-24 in New Orleans and virtually, is set to be a landmark for cybersecurity professionals, offering a unique opportunity to gain hands-on cybersecurity training from top industry experts.
  • SANS Security East 2024 offers in-person and online courses, hands-on NetWars Tournaments, real-world cybersecurity training, interactive labs, course materials, and GIAC certifications.

ARG Launches Market Insights on Cost Optimization in IT Spending

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Wednesday, January 24, 2024
Artificial intelligence, Robotic process automation, Operational technology, Business process automation, ARG, Nitel, Partnership, Software as a service, SLA, Map, Investment, Safety, ITEM, Organization, Automation, Internet of things, Negotiation, BPO, RPA

MCLEAN, Va., Jan. 24, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Expanding on its growing portfolio of exclusive market insights and decision guides, ARG announced the availability of the Cost Optimization Market Insights & Decision Guide .

Key Points: 
  • MCLEAN, Va., Jan. 24, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Expanding on its growing portfolio of exclusive market insights and decision guides, ARG announced the availability of the Cost Optimization Market Insights & Decision Guide .
  • “In recent years, businesses have undergone significant changes that have led to inefficiencies and waste,” said Jim Begley, Chief Technology Officer, ARG.
  • With a vast client base, organizations can benefit from valuable insights into negotiating better deals with suppliers, reducing procurement costs, and improving vendor management.
  • ARG can also manage the entire life cycle of your procurement, service management, and vendor and account management at no additional cost.

2024 CIO Outlook Study by IT Executives Council is Now Available

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Monday, January 29, 2024
Organization, Information technology, VPS, Operational technology, Management

CHICAGO, Jan. 29, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- IT Executives Council, a community and platform for information technology and cybersecurity executives, announces a new study on 2024 CIO Outlook. The study uncovered a technology landscape where organizations are actively advancing digital transformation, balancing innovation with cybersecurity imperatives, and demonstrating financial resilience amidst economic uncertainties.

Key Points: 
  • The study is produced by the IT Executives Council, a community and platform for Chief Information Officers (CIOs), Chief Information Security Officers (CISOs), Chief Technology Officers (CTOs), VPs of Information Technology, and other IT executives focused on career development and training, best practice information resources, networking, recognition, and more
    CHICAGO, Jan. 29, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- IT Executives Council, a community and platform for information technology and cybersecurity executives, announces a new study on 2024 CIO Outlook.
  • "The 2024 CIO Outlook Study illuminates strategic imperatives shaping the future of IT," said Lindsay Brown, Executive Director of the IT Executives Council.
  • The 2024 CIO Outlook Study was conducted in November 2023 – January 2024 via a national survey of CIOs and related titles.
  • "The 2024 CIO Outlook Study illuminates strategic imperatives shaping the future of IT," said Lindsay Brown, Executive Director of the IT Executives Council.

At 13 Attacks Per Second, Critical Infrastructure is Under Siege

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Wednesday, January 24, 2024
Data Management, Security, IOT (Internet of Things), Technology, Software, Networks, Internet, Financial services, Research, Government, KEV, Cobalt, DNP3, Multimedia, Computer security, Attack, Metasploit, EtherNet/IP, RAT, BACnet, Linux, Operational technology, Mirai, AEE, Transport, Log4j, Automation, CISA, Internet of things, Risk management

This lull has given rise to a surge in exploits targeting network infrastructure and Internet of Things (IoT) devices.

Key Points: 
  • This lull has given rise to a surge in exploits targeting network infrastructure and Internet of Things (IoT) devices.
  • Only 35% of exploited vulnerabilities made an appearance in the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency's (CISA) Known Exploited Vulnerabilities (KEV) list.
  • The overarching objective is to elevate responses to complex critical infrastructure attacks by leveraging the detailed insights and understanding derived from this specialized deception environment.
  • The AEE is maintained by Vedere Labs, a leading global team dedicated to uncovering vulnerabilities in and threats to critical infrastructure.

Dragos First to Achieve New AWS Manufacturing and Industrial Competency for OT Security

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Tuesday, January 23, 2024
Data Management, Technology, Manufacturing, Security, Other Manufacturing, Apps, Applications, Software, Networks, Packaging, Hardware, Chemicals, Plastics, Competence, Partner, Amazon, OT, ICS, Operational technology, AWS, Dragoș, Voivode of Moldavia, Organization, Koch Industries, Inc., Risk management

Dragos Inc. , the global leader in cybersecurity for operational technology (OT) environments, today announced that it has achieved the Amazon Web Services (AWS) Manufacturing and Industrial Competency as the first Partner with Competency designation in the Operational Technology (OT) Security category.

Key Points: 
  • Dragos Inc. , the global leader in cybersecurity for operational technology (OT) environments, today announced that it has achieved the Amazon Web Services (AWS) Manufacturing and Industrial Competency as the first Partner with Competency designation in the Operational Technology (OT) Security category.
  • This designation recognizes Dragos for its expertise in providing software and professional services solutions to help industrial manufacturers protect against destructive cyber threats to their OT environments.
  • The AWS Manufacturing and Industrial Competency for OT Cybersecurity provides organizations with solutions across their digital transformation journey ensuring they have support from a validated AWS Partner to protect their infrastructure from cyber threats.
  • To learn more about the AWS Competency Program established to help customers identify AWS Partners with deep industry experience and expertise, visit here .