2024-04-10 02:11
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2024-04-08 11:55
Securing our data’s authenticity has become quite the challenge in today’s era of smart living. Living in smart homes and cities has made life convenient. Still, the complex web… Read More
2024-03-12 09:31
Electricity, a resource often taken for granted, is the lifeblood of our modern world, powering our daily lives, industries, and economies. But the systems that generate, transmit, and distr… Read More
2024-03-04 07:24
The manufacturing sector is one of the most extensive, exceptionally varied, and swiftly evolving segments of the global economy.
As we walk through the third decade of the twenty-first c… Read More
2024-03-01 06:31
This is what an advanced persistent threat (APT) attack is like. APTs are sophisticated, targeted cyberattacks designed to evade detection and steal sensitive data over a prolonged period. A… Read More
2024-02-28 15:22
OT security priorities are essential for a successful OT security program. How prepared are you?
Before you can properly secure your OT environment, you must understand the challenges you… Read More
2024-02-26 04:19
In an age where your coffee maker can connect to your smartphone, imagine the complexities of securing the digital nerve center of a factory. It’s not just machines and products; it&rs&hell…Read More
2024-02-23 06:31
The interconnectedness of these systems, once confined to physical processes, has opened a new era where digital threats can have real-world consequences.
These technological bedrocks form t… Read More
2024-02-21 05:00
The world’s arteries are no longer just steel and concrete; they’re a complex web of wires and code. From the hum of power grids to the precise movements of assembly lines, our l… Read More
2024-02-19 04:25
Critical infrastructure relies heavily on the effective functioning of industrial control systems. To ensure their optimal performance and constant availability, it is necessary to shield th… Read More
2024-02-14 09:18
The Network and Information Systems (NIS) Directive (EU) 2016/1148 is a piece of legislation that aims to improve cybersecurity across the European Union. NIS2, the revised NIS Directive, wa… Read More
2024-01-09 06:17
The Digital revolution has transformed our world, and its impact is particularly evident in the realm of Operational Technology (OT), from Industrial Control Systems to power grids and water… Read More
2023-12-12 12:30
Yamaha Motor Philippines Inc. (YMPI), a wholly owned subsidiary of Yamaha Motor Co., Ltd., a global leader in the manufacturing of motorcycles, marine products, power products, and others fe… Read More
2023-11-27 15:21
Often called the ‘industrial internet’ or ‘industry 4.0,’ specialists anticipate that IIoT security will play a significant role in the fourth industrial revolution… Read More
![Guide To The IIoT Security [Industrial Internet Of Things]](https://cdn.blogarama.com/images/posts_thumbs_site_id/13934/1393351-1083695437.w320.jpg "Guide To The IIoT Security [Industrial Internet Of Things]")
2023-11-27 15:21
Often called the ‘industrial internet’ or ‘industry 4.0,’ specialists anticipate that IIoT security will play a significant role in the fourth industrial revolution… Read More
2023-11-22 15:01
Imagine a world where power grids, water treatment plants, and manufacturing facilities operate smoothly, ensuring our daily lives run without a hitch. These critical systems are the backbon… Read More
2023-11-20 14:48
In a forever dynamic industrial environment, the wisdom of cybersecurity guru, Bruce Schneier, has since held true: ‘Security is a process, not a product.’
Table of Cont… Read More
2023-11-15 13:38
It is not unknown that Industrial control systems (ICS) and operational technology (OT) settings have become popular targets for malicious actors in the constantly changing cybersecurity lan… Read More
2023-11-13 01:01
‘Energy and persistence conquer all things.’ These rules are our shield, our persistent effort to safeguard our way of life against threats unseen and often misunderstood.”… Read More
2023-11-07 15:10
The lack of any large cyber incidents doesn’t mean things are still deep under. Instead, this could well be the lull before a cyberstorm.
Table of ContentsCy… Read More
2023-10-27 08:27
In the past few years, it has been seen that industrial control systems (ICSs) are also vulnerable to cybersecurity incidents. As a result, organizations have become increasingly aware of th… Read More
2023-10-16 00:30
Have you ever wondered about the hidden chinks in the armor of your operational technology systems?
In the interconnected web of technology, where the digital landscape extends its reach… Read More
2023-10-03 04:58
“Is our critical infrastructure truly secure in the face of ever-evolving cyber risks and insider threats?”
This question resonates with an urgency that cannot be disregarded… Read More
2023-09-19 13:36
The convergence of Information technology (IT) and Operational technology (OT) networks, resulting in the exposure of OT networks to threats, paved the way for OT cybersecurity. OT is the us… Read More
2023-09-14 10:36
At its core, an attack path analysis presents a powerful visual and impactful representation covering a potential path that cyber threat actors or malicious payloads may tread to breach asse… Read More
2023-09-11 12:31
The large-scale incorporation of connected OT/SCADA systems is a growing trend but are you aware of the increasing presence of sophisticated threat actors and rapidly budding ransomware vari… Read More
2023-09-05 09:25
Are Your Operational Technologies Truly Secure?
In the present landscape of digital interconnections, where operational technology (OT) serves as the lifeblood of industries, ensuring the… Read More
2023-08-29 07:36
A dedicated OT Security Operations Center offers a strong foundation for launching and supporting many institutional security measures such as continuous threat detection, unified view and v… Read More
2023-08-10 11:47
Did you know that the average cost of data breaches worldwide was $4.35 million in 2022, with phishing being the most common form of attack?
Demand for ransom, locking critical data file… Read More
2023-07-24 06:24
QILIN also known as “Agenda” is a Ransomware Group that also provides Ransomware as a service (Raas). Qilin’s ransomware-as-a-service (RaaS) scheme earns anywhere between 8… Read More
2023-07-17 09:54
Recent reports about the appearance of a new generative AI tool point to the levels of maturity that hackers have attained as far as leveraging AI is concerned. In the latest edition of our… Read More
2023-07-04 05:55
Looking ahead of CEA guidelines to secure the power sector in India - SectrioIndia’s Central Electricity Authority (CEA) issued the Cyber Security in Power Sector Guidelines 2021 in Oc… Read More
2023-06-20 06:15
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2023-06-20 02:29
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2023-06-09 05:35
In the latest edition of our threat landscape report, Sectrio’s threat researchers had done a comprehensive analysis of the Indian cyber threat landscape, the actors, tactics, malware… Read More
2023-05-29 05:53
Operational Technology (OT) security controls include the measures, workflows and procedures put in place to protect various OT systems from cyber threats. OT systems are used to control, ru… Read More
2023-05-26 03:27
With the increasing digitization and connectivity of operational technology (OT) networks, the threat landscape has expanded, making it imperative for organizations to proactively hunt for p… Read More
2023-05-22 04:51
Micro segmentation is a proven security strategy that works by dividing a network into much smaller and more secure segments. This helps in limiting the spread of a cyberattack in case of a… Read More
2023-05-18 12:55
Having an OT Patch management program is critical from a security and operational perspective for industries in manufacturing or critical infrastructure. A comprehensive patch management pro… Read More
2023-05-15 07:35
Operational Technology (OT) and Industrial Control System (ICS) are the backbones of critical infrastructure that controls and monitor physical processes. They are used in a wide range of in… Read More
2023-05-15 01:53
In today’s interconnected world, operational technology (OT) systems play a crucial role in industries such as manufacturing, energy, and transportation. However, with increased connec… Read More
2023-05-09 07:29
The recently released IoT and OT threat landscape assessment and analysis report from Sectrio has revealed many previously unknown aspects of AI’s use in conceptualizing and executing… Read More
2023-05-03 11:06
Sectrio, the premier IoT and OT security company has launched the findings of its latest edition of its much-awaited OT and IoT threat environment landscape analysis report 2023. The latest… Read More
2023-05-03 03:42
An Operational Technology risk and threat assessment can serve as a foundational activity for improving your overall approach to infrastructure security. Not only can it identify gaps in you… Read More
2023-04-24 10:33
Operational Technology (OT) systems are critical to the operation of industrial and critical infrastructure processes. These systems often consist of legacy equipment, hardware, and software… Read More
2023-03-31 04:33
Two instances of major cyberattacks segregated in space and time are linked by a hidden objective. One targets a large pharmaceutical company in Asia and the other a large American heavy equ… Read More
2023-03-29 04:08
According to a new report from analyst firm Frost and Sullivan, the Middle East’s cybersecurity market is expected to reach $31 billion by the year 2030, up from $7.5 billion in 2022… Read More
2023-03-10 06:56
On March 8th, 2023, the Transportation Security Administration (TSA) announced a new and important cybersecurity amendment to the security programs of certain TSA-regulated airports and airc… Read More
2023-02-14 11:34
In the last eight days, US fighter jets have eliminated 4 Chinese spy balloons. The fourth one was shot along the border of Alaska and Canada last Saturday. The US Defense Department h… Read More
2023-01-16 14:43
Zero Trust Security – Always Verify and Authenticate
Zero Trust Security architecture functions on the premise that any connection requires mandatory identification, verificatio… Read More
2023-01-03 08:47
In addition to the heightened attention the country is receiving from hackers and hacktivists, there are chances of data stolen in 2022 being weaponized this year.
2023 will be an import… Read More
2022-12-20 07:39
The year 2023 will see a significant shift in the way cyberattacks are engineered and that is just a start. To help you understand how things will change in 2023, we have distilled our learn… Read More
2022-12-12 08:44
As industrial businesses connect their OT and IT networks, network segmentation is becoming an increasingly important approach. Using this method, it is feasible to successfully secure indus… Read More
2022-12-06 04:05
The news of the All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS) servers being breached is making headlines across India. While the full extent of the data that was compromised and the actors… Read More
2022-11-28 04:57
For organizations today, it’s essential to use the right threat modeling methodology for network defense and risk management. The Purdue Model for ICS (Industrial Control Systems) Secu… Read More
2022-11-21 06:43
Power grids, gas plants, conveyor belts, and other operations in manufacturing and industrial processes run on ICS networks. These networks are mission-critical, supporting the nation and it… Read More
2022-11-15 04:02
Let’s find out what gives OT security experts the creeps. Most of the times, the issues are associated with IT.
The duties of the Chief Information Security Officer (CISO) change an… Read More
2022-11-14 05:50
2022 is turning out to be the year of nation-state actors. With attacks on wind turbine operations and public transit services in the Netherlands, utility firms in India, retail businesses i… Read More
2022-11-03 14:51
Hackers have decided to latch on to the excitement generated by the ongoing T-20 World Cup in Australia. Over the last two weeks, Sectrio’s threat research team intercepted/came across… Read More
2022-10-26 02:26
Now that cybercrime is becoming more advanced, how can cybersecurity protocols evolve to keep fighting against cyber theft? The National Institute of Standards and Technology’s (NIST)… Read More
2022-10-21 11:33
Large-scale domestic and international surveillance and activity-tracking grid operated by a large South East Asian country are also enabling its APT teams to strike deep into the digital te… Read More
2022-10-07 09:30
A recent report prepared by the U.S. Department of Energy’s Office of Cybersecurity, Energy Security, and Emergency Response and the Office of Energy Efficiency and Renewable Energy hi… Read More
2022-09-30 10:06
Cyberattacks on the healthcare sector in India are rising and there are many reasons for this. Right now, India is ranked 11th among the top 20 most targeted nations in the healthcare sector… Read More
2022-09-28 03:43
Chinese hacker group APT 41 has been in the news for multiple instances of cyberattacks, espionage, cyber piracy, and cybercrimes for at least a decade now. In 2022, however, APT 41’s… Read More
2022-09-27 03:03
The latest joint advisory from NSA and CISA adds to the previous joint guidance released by the two agencies in order to stop malicious ICS activity and reduce OT exposure.
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2022-09-26 03:32
230,000 – This is the number of people affected by a single successful SCADA attack. Attackers successfully intruded Ukraine’s power grid using BlackEnergy 3 malware in 2015. The… Read More
2022-09-22 11:33
When LockBit 3.0 was launched in June, the group touted it as the most powerful encryptor ever built. The launch also led to a 17 percent rise in cyber incidents directly linked to the encry… Read More
2022-09-13 03:58
OT Security – Though the term sounds familiar, global SRM leaders are yet to develop robust OT security solutions for protecting OT networks. Sectrio’s The IoT and OT CISO Peer S… Read More
2022-09-12 13:19
Imagine a scenario where hackers take control of ground-based command and control systems and connected networks to either shut down a critical system or manipulate feeds leading to wrong de… Read More
2022-09-06 10:41
Supply chains have become a preferential target for hackers. Government reports from the UK, USA and many other parts of the world confirm the growing attacks on supply chains impacting busi… Read More
2022-09-05 09:32
My first association with IoT was way back in 2016. We were then working on developing an IoT-based solution for monitoring blood banks. Security was on the table but it was not a big priori… Read More
2022-08-30 08:45
Over the last two months, hackers have stepped up attacks on academic institutions and students thereby opening a new frontier in the battle against cybercrime. Rising attacks on educational… Read More
2022-08-23 05:54
In the first two quarters of 2022, the attacks on digital transformation projects have grown manifold in the Middle East. Threat actors are targeting production systems, assembly lines, safe… Read More
2022-08-19 05:36
In wake of the Russian invasion of Ukraine, there have been many spikes in cyberattacks on specific targets across Europe. These include Satcom infrastructure in Ukraine, renewable energy pr… Read More
2022-08-08 14:11
The IoT market is projected to hit the $1.5 Trillion mark by 2025. Doesn’t that number look staggering? Putting in perspective, it’s a 600% growth from 2019, when the IoT market… Read More
2022-08-05 07:10
In the last 48 hours, Chinese threat actors APT 27 and 41 have shown extraordinary levels of activity. The fallout from the recent geopolitical events continue to define the sequence of even… Read More
2022-08-01 15:05
Securing smart factories is a relatively new priority for many manufacturers. Which is why many manufacturers often struggle with basic cybersecurity requirements while addressing larger sec… Read More
2022-07-22 11:01
Oldsmar, a small city in the state of Florida, has a population of about 15,000. It was February 5th, 2021. At the Oldsmar Water Treatment facility, a vigilant employee noticed a spike in th… Read More
2022-07-20 15:13
With rising cyberattacks and inbound scans from sophisticated actors, security teams managing OT networks and assets are under immense pressure. In addition to SOC fatigue, there are also ch… Read More
2022-07-14 12:53
The financial services industry has been on the radar of hackers for a while now. In fact, banks are routinely targeted by sophisticated actors as well as script kiddies. Banks with mature c… Read More
2022-07-11 09:17
As per a series of conversations intercepted by Sectrio’s threat research team from various forums, China is learned to have identified Beijing-based APT 41 and Haikou, Hainan-based AP… Read More
2022-07-06 15:57
Ransomware availability is now at an all-time high globally. Not only is ransomware more easily available, but the average cost of ransomware has dipped by as much as 70 percent since Februa… Read More
2022-06-29 12:20
New variants of the Black Basta ransomware are now emerging in the wild and routinely turning up in our global honeypots. According to online reports, Black Basta has managed to make many vi… Read More
2022-06-28 12:07
Sectrio’s unique AI-powered IoT and OT security solution based on the Adaptive Threat Defense approach has been recognized as a game-changing technology by NASSCOM. The solution won th… Read More
2022-06-27 03:30
Between cyber-criminal groups, Lazarus (North Korea), Conti (Russia), and Mustang Panda (China), almost every business in every sector is on the radar of hackers. Because of geopolitical and… Read More
2022-06-21 06:24
Cyber Threat Intelligence [CTI] Feeds – The devil is in the details
Whether your firm is looking for a cybersecurity vendor to meet your needs or your employees are undergoing a… Read More
2022-06-20 15:56
In the last couple of years, OT security has managed to get plenty of attention from security teams. Some businesses have even started having dedicated teams to manage OT security and tools… Read More
2022-06-20 03:30
A new IoT malware was detected in October 2021 with as many as 30 exploit mechanisms that were coded into it. This malware called BotenaGo was able to seek out and attack vulnerable targets… Read More
2022-06-16 15:09
North Korean APT group and an unnamed affiliate have had significant exposure. For the last two years, hackers from these groups have been attacking a wide of cryptocurrency eco-system compa… Read More
2022-06-14 14:50
Ever since the Luna-Terra stable coin crisis surfaced, the global cryptocurrency market has been on a freefall. To give you an idea of the decline, the global crypto market cap has fallen be… Read More
2022-06-13 08:02
When it comes to drawing up a proactive plan to secure infrastructure, a threat assessment drive can go a long way. In addition to helping understand the sources and gravity of individual th… Read More
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