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Source: https://www.theregister.com/2023/11/06/securing_frontline_operational_technology_environments/
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Securing frontline Operational Technology environments. How Britvic outlawed security blind spots. Webinar Organisations in multiple industries often face risks which can severely impact their operational resilience. Cyber criminals like to use ransomware and vulnerable third-party connections to hijack operational technology (OT) systems which can stop production in manufacturing environments, for example. These threats appear to have increased since the pandemic, which makes it more important than ever to protect any industrial control system (ICS) from the perils introduced through always on connectivity. But to stay secure and compliant might require complete visibility of assets and vulnerabilities over extended networks coupled with a defensive layer provided by continuous, automated threat detection. That's what Britvic has implemented, about which you can hear more by joining the Register's Tim Phillips on 8 November 11am GMT/6am ET/3am PT in conversation with the soft drinks company's Senior Manager for OT Compliance & Cyber Security, David Cox. David will reveal how Britvic overcame the security challenges that threatened its systems, describe the evolving threats to OT security, and consider ongoing best practice for today, and the future. Sign up to watch our Strengthening operational resilience webinar here and we'll send you a reminder when it's time to log in. Sponsored by Claroty.
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The rise of cybersecurity threats like ransomware and breach via third-party insecure connections can severely impact operational resilience, particularly in the field of operational technology (OT) systems such as those in manufacturing.
These types of threats have reportedly increased since the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic.
Industrial control systems (ICS) must be secured from potential risks and vulnerabilities introduced by always-on connectivity.
In order to remain secure and compliant, visibility of assets and vulnerabilities across broader networks is necessary, along with automated threat detection techniques.
Britvic, a soft drinks company, managed to overcome security challenges that threatened its systems. The company's Senior Manager for OT Compliance & Cyber Security, David Cox, will share insights on best practices in a webinar set for 8 November.
This upcoming webinar, which aims to discuss evolution of threats to OT security and maintaining effective security practices, is intended to strengthen operational resilience among corporations and organizations.