CASE STUDY generating electricity or manufacturing goods . However , many IT and cybersecurity departments , despite safeguarding email and other aspects , lack a comprehensive understanding of these operational systems . This deficiency poses significant challenges , particularly regarding cybersecurity ’ s ability to monitor and protect revenue-generating processes .
With threats like ransomware looming , earlystage attacks within these critical systems often go undetected due to a lack of visibility and understanding . So , talking about the steps industrial organisations can take to strengthen their cybersecurity posture – especially where patching is not always feasible – the starting point should be for organisations to address this visibility gap and apply efforts to enhance insights and monitoring capabilities within operational environments .
How important are coordinated efforts from government agencies , security vendors and industrial organisations in building a risk-based response to OT threats ?
At Dragos we operate an intelligence team that provides regular global insights . These insights inform technology development for detecting threats .
Some of our best wins have come from collaborating with our partners including government agencies , but also working with Original Equipment Manufacturers ( OEMs ) on the equipment that is infected , to bolster overall cybersecurity . We often test patches and give them better guidance to enhance protection measures . These joint product development , advisories and patch testing results in comprehensive solutions .
How does Dragos contribute to enhancing the cybersecurity resilience of businesses , particularly in terms of threat detection , response strategies and collaborative efforts ?
IN THE BUSINESS LANDSCAPE , A
COMPANY ’ S MOST
CRUCIAL ASSETS ARE ITS PRODUCTION SYSTEMS , WHETHER GENERATING
ELECTRICITY OR MANUFACTURING GOODS .
into ICS / OT assets , vulnerabilities , threats and response actions , and supports with forensics and OT-specific playbooks .
We also recognise that many of our customers are in the early stages of their security programme within these environments and that ’ s where our services teams come in to provide assessments and use our technology to deploy and understand areas our customers don ’ t have the skillset to address .
Dragos has unmatched experience securing industrial assets across vertical industries . We understand industrial adversaries better than anyone and our experts are the leading authorities in ICS / OT cybersecurity , with real-world experience with landmark attacks on OT networks .
To organisations that want to take the next steps in their industrial cybersecurity journey , regardless of where they are on their ICS / OT cybersecurity journey , we have the products and services required . We can help on the path to success .
What innovations or strategies do you foresee as crucial for the future of OT cybersecurity ?
Ben Miller , CISO at Dragos
Dragos is a technology company that offers asset detection services to identify critical assets in an environment and assess vulnerabilities and malicious behaviours . We provide insights into potential threats like ransomware groups targeting industrial environments and aiding facility teams in threat mitigation . Recognising the early stages of security programmes in many customer environments , Dragos provides assessment services and deploys technology to address skill shortages and security challenges . The Dragos Platform provides visibility
In the realm of OT , the challenge lies in dealing with long equipment life cycles spanning 10 – 20 years . This makes innovation difficult thereby hindering progress in areas such as Digital Transformation . However , there ’ s a clear trend towards digitisation and business enhancement . The key strategy lies in IT and security teams partnering with businesses , understanding their unique challenges and establishing tailored solutions . Success in the OT cybersecurity space hinges on fostering relationships to drive human progress forward . p
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