Providing security data in context for operators
Operators need to know the quality of that data within the proper context as the volume of data continues to increase to better prepare them for potential cyber attacks and other malicious events.
Financially motivated cyber attacks against manufacturers rising
The 2019 Verizon Data Breach Investigations Report (DBIR) found the motive for cyber attacks against manufacturers are largely financial in nature, though espionage also remains a strong motivator for some.
Adapting to the new mobile device landscape
Using mobile devices on the plant floor offers many potential benefits, but the right approach is a must because of safety and cybersecurity concerns.
Electrical grid data cloaked in the cloud
A framework is being developed at the Department of Energy’s (DOE) Argonne National Laboratory that cloaks sensitive data, which allows grid operators to securely perform complex calculations in the cloud.
Effective cybersecurity needs compliance and dedication
Cybersecurity regulations are deliberately written to be forward looking and encourage best behaviors and companies should be vigilant in their compliance to prevent potential cyber attacks.
Control Engineering hot topics, May 2019
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It’s time the mobile HMI caught up
Mobile human-machine interfaces (HMIs) have evolved over the last decade and offer a lot of potential value on the plant floor, but there are perceived cybersecurity and risk management issues for many users that need to be overcome.
Top 5 Control Engineering articles May 20-26
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Method developed to detect cyber attacks with compressed network traffic
Researchers at the U.S. Army Research Laboratory (ARL) and Towson University are developing a method on compressing network traffic as much as possible without losing the ability to detect and investigate malicious activity.
Securing electric substations
Researchers at Georgia Tech have discovered that side channel signals and bolts of lightning from distant storms could one day help prevent hackers from sabotaging electric power substations and other critical infrastructure.