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TECH FLASH

Growth of wireless technology creates security risks for manufacturers

The bring-your-own-device movement means networks can lack adequate security.

February 12, 2014

Several options for wireless networking are currently available, and process industry-specific options are gaining more widespread adoption.

TECH FLASH

Cybersecurity certificate program based on ISA99/IEC 62443 series introduced

Those who complete a two-day course and a multiple-choice exam will be eligible to receive the certificate.

Shane O'Halloran

January 24, 2014

Developed by ISA in conjunction with its sister organization Automation Federation, the certificate is designed to help automation professionals acquire a command of industrial cybersecurity terminology.

TECH FLASH

DHS software applied to poultry processing

What works for the Department of Homeland Security can be applied to control risks in the food industry.

Wayne Labs

December 16, 2013

FE asks an expert how Probabilistic Risk-Informed Analysis can be best applied to poultry processing applications.

TECH FLASH

ISA urges inclusion of ANSI/ISA99 in national cybersecurity framework

Automation Federation has worked closely with the government in an advisory capacity.

Shane O'Halloran

September 25, 2013

The National Institute of Standards and Technology has spearheaded the campaign.

TECH FLASH

New ISA99 standard addresses risks of IT cybersecurity solutions

As industrial automation and controls systems become more complex, so do vulnerabilities.

Shane O'Halloran

August 28, 2013

A new security standard describes best practices for implementing cybersecurity solutions.

TECH FLASH

Cybersecurity tech pack now available for download

The pack includes a variety of resources to help operators improve cybersecurity defenses.

Shane O'Halloran

August 28, 2013

Technical papers and two complete reference books are included.

TECH FLASH

Account for these 13 firewall limitations to prevent attacks

Attackers use numerous methods to bypass security barriers.

Shane O'Halloran

May 28, 2013

Be prepared for the threat with firewall security.

TECH FLASH

Are your industrial networks vulnerable to cyber attack?

Increasingly complex network systems can make preventing and detecting attacks more difficult.

Shane O'Halloran

May 28, 2013

Poor security can mean lost revenue and brand integrity.

TECH FLASH

Critical infrastructure and cybersecurity receive executive attention

President Obama issued an executive order on cybersecurity.

Shane O'Halloran

March 26, 2013

The document outlines a Cybersecurity Framework to address new risks.

Cyber-Security Guidelines for Industrial Ethernet

December 6, 2011

As manufacturers increase connectivity between plant floor and enterprise systems to boost productivity and reduce time to market, this interconnectivity can also bring undesirable security risks. ODVA (Open Device-Net Vendors Association) released a document that provides guidelines on how to minimize these risks.