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ISA Global Cybersecurity Alliance
The ISA Global Cybersecurity Alliance (ISAGCA) is a collaborative forum to advance OT cybersecurity awareness, education, readiness, standardization and knowledge sharing. ISAGCA’s global ecosystem includes leaders such as Chevron, GSK, Trane Technologies, Honeywell, Johnson Controls, Schneider Electric, Rockwell Automation and Fortinet, among others. For more information, visit www.isagca.org.
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FeatureDefending Against State-Sponsored Cyberattacks in 2025
State-sponsored cyberattacks and nation-state data breaches are on the rise in industrial sectors. How can cybersecurity professionals defend against them? -
FeatureWhat Does the Future of Zero Trust in OT Look Like?
The future of zero trust in OT will bring both enhanced security and utility. -
NewsSharing Insights on ISA/IEC 62443
Let's take a moment to recognize the significant growth in ISAGCA's awareness and outreach work as we look back at a small sample of media placements so far in 2024. -
FeatureWebinar: Securing Operations and Building Resilience in Critical Infrastructure
A recent ISAGCA webinar explored the concept of secure by operations. Clarified roles and responsibilities are key to success when securing operations. -
FeaturePractical Insights for Implementing Control System Security
Effective control system security is a continuous, evolving process that requires a combination of technical measures, user awareness and a structured approach to improvement. -
FeatureNorth American Electric Reliability Corporation Critical Infrastructure Protection (NERC CIP) and ISA/IEC 62443 Comparative Analysis
A new white paper shows that technical cybersecurity capabilities needed to comply with NERC CIP standards are substantially supported by ISA/IEC 62443. -
FeatureSecuring PLCs Through the Backplane: Balancing Performance and Simplicity
Advanced security features leveraging PLC backplane access protect industrial control systems at their core, although this approach brings challenges. -
FeatureInnovations in R&D: How AI Is Transforming Industrial Cybersecurity Operations
Advancements in AI are proving to have powerful potential for improving industrial cybersecurity operations. -
FeatureWebinar: Zero Trust Outcomes Using ISA/IEC 62443 Standards
The ISA Global Cybersecurity Alliance (ISAGCA) held a webinar on applying the ISA/IEC 62443 series standards and their significance in achieving a robust zero trust framework. -
FeatureImplementing AI Anomaly Detection in Industrial Cybersecurity
With the increased use of IoT in operational technology, businesses face greater risks from cyberattacks that can disrupt operations and compromise sensitive data. -
FeatureThe Encryption Enigma: Securing Automated Processes
With the convergence of IT and OT, "smart" automation has become the backbone of modern industries. -
FeatureLeverage Predictive Analytics to Identify Insider Threats in Smart Manufacturing
Predictive analytics technology forecasts outcomes and could be critical for early detection and intervention—but will it be enough? -
FeatureSpotlight on Cybersecurity Offerings at the 2024 ISA Automation Summit & Expo
The 2024 ISA Automation Summit & Expo offers a unique opportunity to learn about challenges and best practices involved in securing critical sectors. -
FeatureAddressing SCADA Access Control Challenges and Practical Solutions
Implementing access control in SCADA systems is challenging and often considered impractical due to the unique nature of industrial environments. -
FeatureEnhancing Cybersecurity Visibility in Industrial Control Systems (ICS)
Security engineers and cybersecurity professionals must work together to enhance cybersecurity visibility in the infrastructure sector. -
FeatureHow Digital Twins Improve Industrial Supply Chain Cybersecurity
Whether you want to secure board buy-in or convince your team implementing a digital twin is the right choice, consider turning industry success stories and relevant metrics into visuals. -
FeatureUniting Controls and OT Security Engineers for Stronger ICS Security
Controls engineers often face significant pressure when collaborating with OT cybersecurity teams due to several factors. -
FeatureThe Critical Role of BCP and DR Planning in OT Cybersecurity: Lessons from the CrowdStrike Incident
The importance of robust business continuity planning and disaster recovery strategies in OT environments has never been more apparent. -
FeatureNew ISAGCA Report Explores Zero Trust Outcomes in OT Cybersecurity
The ISA Global Cybersecurity Alliance released a white paper discussing outcomes of the zero trust model for cybersecurity in the context of OT and ICS. -
FeatureAddressing Cybersecurity Risks in Legacy OT Systems: A Practical Guide
To address these challenges, consider implementing strategies such as network segmentation, virtual patching, continuous monitoring and regular security audits. -
FeatureAI and Machine Learning in Automation: The Security Imperative
Let's explore the impact of AI and ML on control systems and automation, with a specific focus on the critical importance of security in this evolving landscape. -
FeatureWhat Are the Cybersecurity Needs of IIoT Systems?
ISA's new paper explores applying ISA/IEC 62443 standards to IACS with cloud-based functionality. ISAGCA and ISASecure hosted a companion webinar. -
FeatureImportance and Challenges of OT Patching in Line with ISA/IEC 62443-2-3
In the realm of Industrial Automation and Control Systems (IACS), effective patch management is critical, and it is governed by ISA/IEC 62443-2-3. -
FeatureEquipping Students and Educators with Industrial Cybersecurity Knowledge
The ISA Global Cybersecurity Alliance has released the Curricular Guidance: Industrial Cybersecurity Knowledge document. -
FeatureHow to Implement Adaptive Security in Your Organization
Whereas conventional methods build their protections around responding to incidents—internal or in other organizations—the adaptive approach proactively looks for new threats and opportunities to improve. -
FeatureIndustrial Control Systems Certification
An increasing number of intentional attacks are being detected that target industrial control systems (ICS). -
FeatureMost Cybersecurity Teams Are Unprepared for AI Cyberattacks
Cybersecurity teams aren’t the only ones using artificial intelligence to their advantage—cybercriminals are using this technology to launch never-before-seen cyberattacks, catching organizations off guard. -
FeatureProtecting Vital OT Infrastructure: Key Strategies for OT Penetration Testing
Cyberwarfare adversaries, such as APT groups, target OT systems for maximum impact, exploiting their vulnerabilities. -
FeatureHow to Implement Cybersecurity Automation in Education
The education system is one of those industries with abnormally high risk, making it all the more crucial to implement advanced security measures like automation. -
FeatureHow Machine Learning Revolutionizes Automation Security with AI-Powered Defense
Machine learning is sometimes considered a subset of overarching AI. But in the context of digital security, it may be better understood as a driving force, the fuel powering the engine. -
FeatureSPAN Ports and OT Continuous Monitoring: Securing Otherwise Insecure Network Traffic
Modern networking, SPAN port evolution and protocol interoperability paved the way for operational technology (OT) and ICS network monitoring and cybersecurity. -
FeatureISA/IEC 62443 and Risk Assessment: New Horizons in the AI Revolution
Within the realm of cybersecurity for IACS, risk assessment is deemed the most crucial action and the initial phase in ISA/IEC 62443. -
NewsShould ISA/IEC 62443 Security Level 2 Be the Minimum for COTS Components?
The ISA Security Compliance Institute asserts that commercial off the shelf components should be manufactured to a minimum of security level 2 as defined in the ISA/IEC 62443 series of standards. -
FeatureHow to Secure Machine Learning Data
Data security is paramount in machine learning, where knowledge drives innovation and decision-making. -
FeatureWhy Collaboration Is Essential for Cybersecurity Teams
Collaboration is essential for effective organization-wide security, yet teams overlook its importance far too often. This feature originally appeared on the ISA Global Cybersecurity Alliance blog. -
FeatureFortifying Your Security Arsenal: A Strategic Approach to Safeguarding OT Security Assets from Adversarial Threats
After every cyberattack breach, organizations often pose a crucial question to their cybersecurity teams: How were our systems hacked? -
FeatureThe Role of AI in Whistleblower Identity Protection and Incident Reporting
Artificial Intelligence—through machine learning and natural language processing—enhances the security and anonymity of whistleblowers. -
FeatureAI Revolution in OT Cybersecurity: Pen Testing and Forensics Unleashed
Integrating AI in digital forensics and penetration testing for OT systems offers substantial benefits. -
Feature7 Tips for Fraud Prevention for Multinational Companies
Fraud prevention is crucial for multinational companies as it safeguards their assets and ensures the trust of stakeholders. These companies' vast size, geographical spread, and diverse operations expose them to various fraud risks, from cyberattacks to internal misconduct -
FeatureStrategic Cybersecurity for Water Treatment Facilities
Water treatment facilities are experiencing more cyber incidents, leading to a rising need for robust, strategic security protocols -
FeatureHow to Maintain Security When Adding a Chatbot to Your Site
Should you embed chatbots on your website? Probably, but only after understanding the potential security risks and how to protect against them. -
FeatureEndpoint Detection and Response (EDR) Solutions for IT and OT/ICS
EDR solutions use Machine Learning, Artificial Intelligence, behavior analytics and threat intelligence to detect threats and neutralize existing attacks by actively blocking and or isolating endpoints. -
FeatureDo You Have a Cybersecurity Contingency Plan?
Whether it's a natural disaster or a planned attack, a contingency plan helps you safeguard your company's interests. -
Feature5 Benefits of Implementing Biometric Authentication in Cybersecurity
Cyberattacks and data breaches pose significant risks to exposed companies and individuals worldwide. Adopting a new cybersecurity solution like biometric authentication can provide peace of mind to users with improved functions and security features. -
FeatureBeyond Prediction: Discover the Unseen Layers of Generative AI
Generative AI, like ChatGPT, heralds a new age in enterprise technology, one that is ready to change the numerous layers of the corporate IT stack. -
FeatureGuiding Your Secure Development Lifecycle Journey with Frameworks and Standards
ISA/IEC 62443-4-1, originally designed for the rigorous needs of industrial controls and critical infrastructure, can be used as a strong companion to NIST's Secure Software Development Framework as a way to provide detailed guidance for SSDF's practices. -
FeatureThe Danger of Overreliance on Automation in Cybersecurity
Companies should have a healthy balance of tech and human talent when keeping systems safe. -
Feature5 Advanced Cyber Defense Strategies for Automated Operations
As automation technologies become increasingly integral to businesses, the need for effective cybersecurity grows. Cyber threats are always changing and can pose big risks to automated systems. -
FeatureHow to Manage Cybersecurity Automation Challenges
By automating repetitive and complex tasks, you can detect and respond to security incidents more swiftly. -
FeatureRole of Data Diodes in the Evolving Landscape of OT Cybersecurity
In this article, we'll discuss a powerful cybersecurity control—the Data Diode—that aligns well with the fundamental cybersecurity objectives in most typical OT environments.