IEC 62443 is a series of international standards that tell you how to secure industrial automation and control systems (IACS) from cyber threats. It covers everything — from the words you use to describe security, to how you build a security program, to the specific technical requirements your systems must meet. The standard was created by ISA (the… Read More »
Industrial cybersecurity is the practice of protecting the systems that run factories, power plants, water treatment facilities, and other physical operations from digital threats. These systems go by many names — operational technology (OT), industrial control systems (ICS), or SCADA — but they all share one thing: they control real-world processes where a cyberattack can cause physical damage.… Read More »
Achieving ISO 27001 certification is not a documentation project. It is a rigorous organizational transformation — one that requires building, operating, and demonstrating the effectiveness of a fully functioning Information Security Management System (ISMS) before an accredited external auditor. For IT and security professionals leading or supporting a certification effort, understanding the precise technical and procedural requirements of… Read More »
Picture this: an IT security manager receives an alert about unusual network activity on a control system. She escalates it to the network team, who isolates the affected node — a standard IT incident response move. What she doesn’t know is that the node she just cut off was a PLC managing pressure regulation in a chemical process.… Read More »
When a corporate IT server goes down, the worst-case scenario is usually lost productivity and frustrated employees. When an Industrial Control System (ICS) fails — or is compromised — the consequences can be entirely different: a pipeline rupture, a power grid blackout, a water treatment plant releasing unsafe chemicals, or a factory floor accident that injures workers. Yet… Read More »
Industrial Control Systems (ICS) are the backbone of critical infrastructure — from power grids and water treatment plants to manufacturing lines and oil pipelines. As these systems become increasingly connected to corporate networks and the internet, they face growing cybersecurity threats that were once unthinkable in isolated operational environments. This training guide is designed to help all staff… Read More »
The MITRE ATT&CK framework is one of the most widely used models in cybersecurity for understanding how attackers operate in real-world environments. Unlike traditional security approaches that focus on tools or vulnerabilities, MITRE ATT&CK focuses on adversary behavior—how attackers gain access, move within systems, and achieve their objectives. This makes it an essential framework for: What Is MITRE… Read More »
Organizations today face a relentless and evolving wave of cyberthreats — from ransomware and supply chain attacks to insider threats and nation-state espionage. In this environment, purchasing security tools is no longer sufficient. What organizations need is a system — a structured, repeatable, and continuously improving approach to managing information risk. That system has a name: the Information… Read More »
If you’ve heard about ISO 27001 but find it confusing, don’t worry — here’s a simple explanation. ISO/IEC 27001 is an international standard that helps organizations protect their information from cyber threats. In simple terms: ISO 27001 = a structured way to keep your data safe What Is ISO 27001 in Simple Words? ISO 27001 is a framework… Read More »
Energy Management Systems (EMS) are critical to modern infrastructure, managing energy generation, distribution, and consumption. As these systems become increasingly connected to IT networks, they face growing cybersecurity risks. Implementing ISO/IEC 27001 (2022 version) enables organizations to establish a structured Information Security Management System (ISMS) that protects EMS environments through risk management, security controls, and continuous improvement. For… Read More »