Explore the latest ICS cybersecurity insights and news, safeguarding industrial control systems from emerging threats and vulnerabilities.
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ICS is the abbreviation for Industrial Control Systems. These systems encompass different types of control systems and associated instrumentation, which include the devices, systems, networks, and controls used to operate and/or automate industrial processes. Depending on the industry, an ICS could be used to control the operation of machinery in manufacturing plants, power generation and distribution, water treatment facilities, and more.
In the context of information security, ICS represents a critical area of focus due to the potential high-stakes impact of cyberattacks or system failures. Security measures for ICS are particularly challenging because they often require stringent real-time performance and reliability. Cybersecurity for ICS involves protecting the networks, computers, and programmable devices that are used to manage and control these industrial operations against threats and vulnerabilities that could compromise their safety, integrity, and availability.
Maintaining the security of ICS is vital for ensuring the safe and efficient functioning of critical infrastructure sectors, with a focus on preventing incidents that could lead to operational disruptions, environmental disasters, or even loss of life.
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Cybersecurity researchers are warning about a new malware called DslogdRAT that's installed following the exploitation of a now-patched security flaw in Ivanti Connect Secure (ICS)