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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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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. -
FeatureHow Cybersecurity Automation Helps Navigate Compliance Challenges
Compliance standards certify businesses are at peak protection and performing per the law. -
FeaturePETRONAS Leverages ISA IEC 62443 in Enterprise Risk Management
PETRONAS seeks energy potential across the globe, optimizing value through an integrated business model. -
FeatureICS Cybersecurity Risk Assessment
ICS are connected to computer networks, which in turn are connected to the internet and are employed to control equipment and safeguard people, plant and environment. -
FeatureUse AI to Automate Threat Hunting and Analysis
Unlike other modern technologies, artificial intelligence (AI) is autonomous and adaptive — meaning you can use it to automate your threat-hunting process. -
FeatureHow Are You Using ISA/IEC 62443?
ISAGCA would like to get a better idea of how its parties are using ISA/IEC 62443 with a brief yet comprehensive survey -
FeatureHow Ransomware Can Evade Antivirus Software
Even if you have up-to-date antivirus software, there’s still a chance ransomware can infect your computer. If cybercriminals know what they’re doing, they can easily evade scans and bypass your protections. -
FeatureBeyond SDL: Elevating Cybersecurity with Secure Lifecycle Management
Schneider Electric has worldwide manufacturing centers that support critical infrastructures for customers in industries such as energy, government, healthcare, food, and others that are vital to everyday life around the globe -
FeaturexDR in Operational Technology: Approach and Adaption
Operational technology (OT) is the backbone of automation, manufacturing systems and other utilities, communication systems, building automation, physical security systems, vehicle controls, and more -
FeatureDo You Have a Set Procedure for Reporting a Data Breach?
In today’s technology world, businesses face the reality that a cyberattack can occur any time. When these attacks do take place, they often result in a data breach. Having the right procedures in place is vital for overcoming this disastrous event. -
FeatureHow Hospital IT Security Compares to Industrial Automation Control System Security
How does hospital IT security compare to industrial automation control system security? Let's take a look. -
Feature8 Best Use Cases for Robotic Process Automation in Cybersecurity
Robotic process automation (RPA) in cybersecurity is an incredibly helpful tool. While automation can significantly improve how secure organizations are, this technology has many unique benefits like security. -
FeatureThe Air Gap: Myth and Reality
The myths and realities of the air gap- including insider threats, physical compromise, and IIoT -
FeatureWhat is ETHOS and Why Now? How Will it Help Critical Infrastructure?
ETHOS is dissected, including the background, information sharing challenges and trends, as well as benefits -
FeatureKey Features to Look For in a SOAR Solution
Key features to look for in a SOAR solution, including scalability, customization, and ease of integration -
NewsSuccessful Cybersecurity Summit Brings 120+ Technical Leaders to Aberdeen
The International Society of Automation (ISA), which sets the standard for automation, welcomed more than 120 training and conference delegates to Aberdeen this week. -
FeatureHow to Protect Sensitive Health-Related Information Against Cyberattacks
Learn how to protect sensitive health-related information against cyberattacks, including authentication/authorization, going password-less, and MFA -
FeatureMetal Fabricators Must Protect Themselves from Cyberattacks
Learn how metal fabricators must protect themselves from cyberattacks, including the manufacturing landscape, the impact of breaches, and prioritizing protective measures -
FeatureIIoT Cybersecurity Explained
IIOT Cybersecurity is explained, including security planning, network design, cloud security, certification, and more. -
FeatureCybersecurity Luminaries and Leaders to speak at ISA OT Cybersecurity Summit
A description of each knowledgeable speaker taking the stage at the inaugural OT Cybersecurity summit in Aberdeen, Scotland, as well as summit expectations. -
FeatureHow Ransomware Gangs Automate Their Attacks
Learn about automated reconnaissance, phishing, and propagation to defend against automated ransomware and cybercriminals. -
FeatureCombine Machine Learning and UEBA for Advanced Threat Detection
Combine machine learning and UEBA for advanced threat detection discussing insider threats, faster incident responses, and fewer errors. -
FeatureBest Practices in Multi-factor Authentication and Allowlisting in OT Environments
LOGIIC (Linking the Oil and Gas Industry to Improve Cybersecurity) reports on how asset owners approach Multi-Factor Authentication and Allowlisting. -
FeatureEmbracing Zero Trust: Least-Privilege Access
Least-Privilege Access ensures that users only have access to exactly what they need — nothing more, nothing less. -
FeatureMore Than 17 Million Control System Cyber Incidents are Hidden in Plain Sight
The author describes a database of control system cyber incidents he has had in development since 2000 for helping electric utility companies. -
FeatureHow ChatGPT is Impacting Cybersecurity
Tangible benefits and repercussions of ChatGPT in cybersecurity are becoming more visible. -
FeatureDouble Extortion Ransomware: What It Is and How to Respond
Follow these recovery tips and prevention strategies to protect your organization. -
FeatureDefending Remote-Friendly Environments from Cyberattacks
Use layered defenses to provide cybersecurity for remote OT assets. -
FeatureLeveraging ISA/IEC 62443 is Easier Than You Think
Learn about the ISA/IEC 62443-3-3 OT security standard and how to easily implement it. -
FeatureThe Adoption of ISA/IEC 62443 as a Malaysian Standard
The authors share their experience of adopting ISA/IEC 62443 standards as part of Malaysian Standards. -
FeatureISA/IEC 62443 Referenced in CISA’s Cross-Sector CPGs
These CPGs extensively reference ISA/IEC 62443-2-1 and ISA/IEC 62443-3-3 in almost every category. -
FeatureOT & IoT Cybersecurity: Marriage of Digital Factories & Cybersecurity
Monitoring smart systems and managing risk become more essential as connected systems proliferate. -
FeatureIs Employee Burnout a Threat to Your Organization’s Cybersecurity?
Employee burnout is a threat to your organization, and there are a couple of reasons why this could be the case. -
FeatureCybersecurity Perspectives: Education for an Evolving, Digital World
Cybersecurity Perspectives is a global forum and educational program designed to help advance IIoT cybersecurity. -
FeatureCyber-Related Process Hazard Analysis
How Shell conducts cyber PHA assessments based on ISA-TR84.00.09. -
FeatureIndustrial Cybersecurity Mistakes to Avoid in the New Normal
The ongoing pandemic has created a reevaluation for cybersecurity programs and planning in many organizations. -
Feature5 Tips to Protect Your Business from Cybercrime
The best way to protect your business from cybercrime is to create a cybersecurity mitigation plan. -
FeatureRansomware Resiliency for Storage & Backup: Trends, Threats, and Tips
Ransomware has evolved into a fully-fledged industry, with competing groups that continually introduce new capabilities and techniques. -
FeaturePhysical Security of a Data Center
In addition to many layers of software cybersecurity, protect data centers with layers of physical security systems. -
FeatureCybersecurity Risk is the Great Equalizer
Effective response to cyber risk requires a multidisciplinary approach. Standards are essential but must be accompanied by practical guidance and examples. -
FeatureSecuring Your Operations? Don't Forget Your Hardware
The IACS industry has developed a comprehensive framework that lays out the best practices for robust industrial cybersecurity for both vendors and users. -
FeatureWhy ICS/OT Infrastructure is Insecure
Implementing cybersecurity solutions to secure OT infrastructure is a very crucial task. -
FeatureThe Future of the SOC: SOCaaS
SOCaaS is a wide-open market, and we do not have a global player yet. -
FeatureBuzzworthy Takeaways from the 2022 RSA Conference
Here are the top three themes that stood out. -
FeatureISA Leads Development of Electric Energy OT Security Profile for 62443
The US DOE, global equipment suppliers, and other stakeholders announced the establishment of the Electric Energy OT Security Profile working group. -
FeatureElectrical Panel Connectivity
To ensure that the electrical interfaces between panels and field wiring perform reliably, panel designers need to consider the best connectivity options. -
FeatureThe ICS Periodic Table
This ICS periodic table depicts the chemistry of all the control elements which enables the security around the OT estate for any organization. -
FeatureWhy Network Discovery is Critical in the ICS/IACS Environment
To structure this environment, what is required to have exact reflection of inventory almost in real-time and network discovery comes into light. -
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FeatureExperience Centers Teach Cybersecurity Best Practices
By learning about and building cyber-physical protection systems into modern ICS deployments, organizations can better defend their control systems from internal and external threats. This piece was originally published in the April edition of InTech magazine. -
FeatureUnderstanding Railway Cybersecurity
Railway systems, which have been considered safe for decades, can now be compromised by newly introduced digital commands.