Operational Technologies (OT) stories - Page 10

Cyberattacks on Australia's critical infrastructure surged 50% to 143 in 2022–23, raising serious concerns over national security and service disruptions.

Panaseer has launched the Cyber Frameworks Catalog to automate compliance management, easing security reporting for firms in regulated sectors.

Efex has acquired Australian cybersecurity firm Datcom to boost its managed IT services amid rising cyber threats and over 500 breach reports in six months.

Nozomi Networks and NVIDIA have partnered to integrate AI-powered cybersecurity on BlueField DPUs, enhancing threat detection for industrial and critical infrastructure systems.

Wavelink teams up with Honeywell to offer its PSS mobility portfolio across Australian industries, enhancing channel support and customer lifecycle management.

Nearly 40% of global industrial firms, rising to 45% in APAC, cite cybersecurity as a major hurdle in the digitalisation of Operational Technology environments.

Ericsson expands NetCloud SASE with clientless Zero Trust Network Access, enhancing secure BYOD and third-party user connections without VPNs or clients.

OPSWAT has named Sektor Cyber as its new distributor in Australia and New Zealand to boost cybersecurity solutions amid rising regulatory demands.

Ericsson launches clientless Zero Trust Network Access in NetCloud SASE to secure third-party and BYOD connections, reducing cyber risks without VPNs.

As global digital transformation spending is set to reach USD $3.4 trillion by 2026, field workers are often overlooked in implementation, risking failure.

Orro has launched its Digital Asset Discovery service in Australia, offering firms real-time visibility of critical operational technology assets to enhance security.

A recent SANS Institute and OPSWAT report reveals serious shortcomings in ICS/OT cybersecurity budgets, with over half of organisations experiencing security incidents last year.

Schneider Electric has partnered with Nozomi Networks to enhance global managed security services, focusing on critical sectors such as energy and water.

Dragos has partnered with Yokogawa to enhance cybersecurity in industrial settings, focusing on improved IT and OT network insights amid digital transformation.

NXLog has appointed Harald Reisinger as CEO, succeeding co-founder Botond Botyanszki, who becomes Chief Technology Officer to drive innovation.

Claroty's Team82 has exposed IOCONTROL, sophisticated malware linked to Iranian attackers, targeting vital IoT and OT systems in Israel and the US.

TeamViewer has announced its largest acquisition to date, acquiring 1E for USD $720 million to enhance its digital employee experience solutions.

TeamViewer has launched Smart Service, a solution to help manufacturers overcome downtime challenges, leveraging remote access and AR support.

Claroty's cybersecurity predictions for 2025 reveal imminent threats to critical infrastructure, with a push for stronger legislative reforms and security measures.

The Cloud Security Alliance has released a new guide detailing how to implement Zero Trust principles in operational technology and industrial control systems.