There's nothing fun about an unscheduled plant shutdown thanks to someone remotely taking control of your plant. This is why industry leaders are now heavily investing in robust security systems.
Manufacturers are not the only ones taking cybersecurity issues seriously, the government is too.
Here at ControlDesign.com, we've gathered a few articles that talk about how and why you should secure industrial networks.
Seven Steps to Network Security
Security specialists build a list of safety measures to take.
Cooperation on Cybersecurity Standard
Government, trade organizations and corporate team up to establish uniform best practices for network security.
Cybersecurity Threats Are Everywhere
Don't worry about an isolated cybersecurity attack on your network. Worry about keeping your network safe from the cloud of threats that is out there every second of every day.
Do Not Slip Up On Security
When it comes to protecting your network against intruders, you can't afford to fall down on the job.
The 10 Commandments of Industrial Ethernet
This white paper discusses hazards and solutions you should consider when designing and building an industrial Ethernet network.
How Much Network Access Should You Allow
As external dangers multiply, network security gets more complicated. Better tools and clearer standards can help make secure access easier and safer.
Network Security
No help for naked turtles - Do not slip up on security. As a plant manager, my first impulse would be to cut all ties with Ethernet-based networking and the Internet.
Identify the Network Threat
Effective security has to keep its firewalls up, but it also must track down and eliminate internal menaces.
Remote Access Is a Big Problem for Target Corp. and Fazio
Find out why corporations have a problem with remote access and cybersecurity.
Tips for Building a Network Security Strategy
Practical steps companies should take to protect against cybersecurity threats.
