OT cyber attacks proliferating despite growing cybersecurity spend

The sharp increase in attacks on operational technology (OT) systems can be primarily attributed to two key factors: the escalating global threats posed by nation-state actors and the active involvement of profit-driven cybercriminals (often sponsored by the former). The lack of success on the defense side can be attributed to several factors: the complexity of OT environments, the convergence of information technology (IT) and OT, insider attacks, supply chain vulnerabilities, and others. Despite increased cybersecurity … More

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