Digital Shadows

FEBRUARY 10, 2025

Key Findings During the reporting period (August 1, 2024January 31, 2025), the manufacturing sector faced a turbulent threat landscape: Attackers ramped up their abuse of remote external services software, used impersonating domains for targeted spearphishing attacks, and continued to target the sector with ransomware.

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Manufacturing Cyber threats VPN Ransomware 66

SecureWorld News

JULY 19, 2023

With the increasing prevalence of internet-connected devices and the rising concerns over cyber threats, this initiative seeks to provide American consumers with an easier way to evaluate the security of these devices. By implementing voluntary guidelines and labeling certified products, the U.S.

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IoT Cybersecurity Manufacturing Retail 98

Security Affairs

MAY 14, 2024

MITRE announced the public release of its EMB3D threat model for embedded devices used in various industries (i.e. Automotive, healthcare, and manufacturing), including critical infrastructure. The threat model provides a knowledge base of cyber threats to embedded devices.

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Manufacturing Healthcare IoT Cyber threats 123

Trend Micro

OCTOBER 27, 2022

Based on our survey of over 900 ICS security leaders in the United States, Germany, and Japan, we dig deeper into each industry's challenges and present Trend Micro's recommendations.

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Security Affairs

FEBRUARY 8, 2024

Apart from the electronic toothbrush mess, the Internet of Things (IoT) are privileged targets for many threat actors. IoT devices, such as smart fridges, smart meters, or thermostats, are often designed with connectivity in mind, but lack of security. ” – Fortinet.

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CyberSecurity Insiders

APRIL 5, 2021

Argus, a Cybersecurity solutions provider for connected cars aka automated vehicles has announced that it is collaborating with Tech Giant Microsoft to assist automotive manufacturers in mitigating risks associated with connected cars.

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SecureWorld News

AUGUST 6, 2024

power distribution and transmission network," said Richard Staynings , Chief Security Strategist for IoT security company Cylera and teaching professor for cybersecurity at the University of Denver. "We This growth, while beneficial for environmental sustainability, also increases the attack surface for cyber threats.

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Cybersecurity Cyber threats Manufacturing Technology 107

CyberSecurity Insiders

NOVEMBER 30, 2021

Many businesses find digital twinning helpful for their assets, processes, and, lately, cyber security network. As many businesses transfer their resources to the cloud and the Internet of Things (IoT) becomes more prevalent, threat actors are increasingly interested in exploiting unprotected devices, networks, etc.

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Cyber Attacks Cyber threats Technology Manufacturing 135

Centraleyes

MARCH 24, 2025

The act applies to both manufacturers and suppliers of software and hardware products sold within the EU. The Cyber Resilience Act is the first EU-wide legislation of its kind. It establishes common cybersecurity rules for manufacturers and developers of products with digital elements, and it covers both hardware and software.

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Cisco Security

NOVEMBER 3, 2021

In our work with manufacturers and critical infrastructure providers around the world, we’ve seen that OT and IT teams often have biases that can derail collaboration. For example, where electrical systems designs can be good for decades, new cyber threats pop up every day. Cybersecurity designed for the industrial IoT.

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CyberSecurity Insiders

JANUARY 11, 2022

Digital transformation realized through new 5G-enabled IoT, Operational Technologies (OT) and IT use cases are no exception. Some on-premises use cases for this include video AI, synchronous media collaboration and industrial manufacturing. Or, an IoT device becomes subject to a supply chain attack.

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SecureWorld News

FEBRUARY 17, 2024

In response, manufacturers are intensifying their cybersecurity efforts, incorporating advanced CI/CD workflows to safeguard medical devices from escalating attacks. New security solutions are now aiding healthcare organizations' IT teams in promptly resolving issues, even with devices from various manufacturers.

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eSecurity Planet

FEBRUARY 2, 2024

Within the last couple of months, smart device vulnerabilities have been piling up, prompting businesses to protect their Internet of Things (IoT) environments. While Teslas aren’t the typical business IoT device, their connection to the internet makes them a cyber threat as much as your business’s other IoT technology.

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Trend Micro

OCTOBER 12, 2021

This e-book provides you with insight into system changes brought on by factory production processes and explains how the cloud and 5G have transformed smart factories. You’ll also receive a look into how we map the attack scenario so you can identify the type of risks that lie throughout the entire system.

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Manufacturing Risk Cyber threats IoT 98

SecureWorld News

JULY 31, 2024

The integration of advanced technologies such as IoT, automation, and data analytics into packaging processes has created new entry points for cyber threats. One notable example is the ransomware attack on a major packaging manufacturer, which resulted in significant operational disruptions and financial losses.

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Cybersecurity Manufacturing Risk Technology 113

SC Magazine

MAY 17, 2021

.” The duo homed in on a list of emerging technologies that could create new wrinkles in the security landscape: automation, machine learning and AI including advances in NLP and GAN, immersive digital environments, data in the digital supply chain, cyber/physical crossover, additive manufacturing and the prevalence of 5G and widescale IoT.

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SecureWorld News

FEBRUARY 23, 2021

While they will not be fully autonomous, the progress presents a complex ecosystem comprised of cloud, IoT, 5G, and other key technologies. Canadian auto industry behind on cyber threats. By 2022, it is projected that 125 million connected cars will have shipped worldwide.

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Technology Manufacturing Risk DDOS 126

Security Boulevard

SEPTEMBER 20, 2024

TIE leverages machine learning to predict adversarial behaviors based on real-world cyber threat intelligence , helping you stay one step ahead of attackers,” reads a Tenable LinkedIn post. Hackers working for Flax Typhoon created the botnet by breaching 260,000-plus consumer IoT devices in the U.S. and in other countries.

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Cybersecurity IoT Hacking Risk 97

SecureWorld News

JUNE 24, 2024

Stay abreast of: Current trends such as Zero Trust, Cloud Security, IoT Security, Ransomware, Supply Chain Security, BYOD / Mobile Security, etc. Detect and protect against cyber threats. RELATED: Cybersecurity Labeling of IoT Devices: Will It Happen in 2023? ] Enable automated full-scale data classification scanning.

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IoT InfoSec Artificial Intelligence Risk 108

CyberSecurity Insiders

DECEMBER 7, 2021

As we near 2022, the cyber threat landscape remains just as ominous. For hackers’ soft targets for ransomware extortion are plentiful, especially in the healthcare, financial, and manufacturing industries. OT/IT and IoT convergence. State of the IoT 2020: 12 billion IoT connections (iot-analytics.com).

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CyberSecurity Insiders

NOVEMBER 16, 2021

While finance, healthcare, energy and utilities companies, along with the private sector will increase their cybersecurity spending, the manufacturing industry will have the most significant impact on disruption. Manufacturing is a prime area for disruption with the increase in the number of IoT devices during the pandemic.

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CyberSecurity Insiders

JANUARY 6, 2023

In certain areas, such as data analytics, this investment is paying off with improved security capabilities, making it easier for IT teams to proactively identify and address cyber threats with data and automation. However, the scope of cyber breaches continues to grow. Security by design.

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CyberSecurity Insiders

NOVEMBER 29, 2022

According to the SonicWall Cyber Threat Report, the global volume of ransomware is increasing by 98%. Globally, healthcare, financial services, manufacturing and state and local governments continue to see a rise in the frequency of attacks. From internet providers to manufacturers, this continues to be an issue.

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Thales Cloud Protection & Licensing

OCTOBER 10, 2022

These concepts are no longer limited to our mobile devices but are becoming increasingly important to operations in the manufacturing, transportation, and energy sectors. In fact, according to Gartner, the deployment of IoT devices will accelerate from 25 billion in 2023 to 75 billion in 2025. Manufacturing productivity.

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Thales Cloud Protection & Licensing

SEPTEMBER 9, 2021

Manufacturing is one of the most attacked industries, facing a range of cybersecurity challenges. The proliferation of DevOps and distributed IoT devices, as well as the need to secure the digital identities of these applications and devices, calls for innovative approaches to PKI deployment. Use case: manufacturing enterprise.

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Webroot

JANUARY 7, 2022

In 2021, we witnessed so many competing shifts, many of which we detailed early on in our 2021 BrightCloud® Threat Report. In particular, we witnessed an increase in distributed denial of service (DDoS) attacks and a surge in the usage of the internet of things (IoT). Consumers also remain at risk.

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eSecurity Planet

MARCH 3, 2023

Most of us connect our mobile devices to a Wi-Fi router for internet access, but this connection can leave our network and data vulnerable to cyber threats. To protect against those threats, a Wi-Fi Protected Access (WPA) encryption protocol is recommended. You can refer to your Router Manual for more details.

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Trend Micro

OCTOBER 23, 2022

Our research investigates potential cyberthreats to CNC machines and how manufacturers can mitigate the associated risks. Industry 4.0 has given rise to smart factories that have markedly improved machining processes, but it has also opened the doors for cybercriminals looking to abuse networked industrial equipment such as CNC machines.

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Manufacturing Risk Cyber threats IoT 87

eSecurity Planet

NOVEMBER 11, 2021

Distributed denial of service (DDoS) attacks soared in the third quarter, giving organizations yet another cyber threat to worry about. It’s one of the most powerful botnets in history, and it acts similarly (not exactly) as the Mirai botnet , exploiting vulnerabilities in IoT devices and networks.

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The Security Ledger

SEPTEMBER 18, 2020

In this Spotlight Podcast, sponsored by The Trusted Computing Group, we speak with Matthew Areno, a Principal Engineer in the Intel Product Assurance and Security (IPAS) group about the fast-changing landscape of cyber threats including attacks on hardware and software supply chains.

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CyberSecurity Insiders

SEPTEMBER 21, 2021

For example, the recent ransomware that leverages IT/OT convergence including the manufacturing and energy industries has prompted CISA to issue guidance regarding ransomware impacting OT environments ( read the guidance and how Tenable can help). For organizations that have implemented an Industry 4.0

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Energy and Utilities Threat Detection Manufacturing Technology 101

eSecurity Planet

SEPTEMBER 9, 2024

Industrial control systems (ICS) are the backbone of critical infrastructure, powering essential operations in the energy, manufacturing, water treatment, and transportation sectors. These systems are integral to the smooth operation of industries such as manufacturing, power generation, oil and gas, water management, and more.

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SecureWorld News

JUNE 3, 2020

This annex [white paper] collects observations from the pandemic as they relate to the security of cyberspace, in terms of both the cybersecurity challenges it creates and what it can teach the United States about how to prepare for a major cyber disruption.". 4 top cybersecurity and pandemic parallels.

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eSecurity Planet

JANUARY 14, 2022

“Since the barrier-to-entry for threat actors is now lower than ever with easily accessible DDoS-for-hire services and IP stressers, compromised IoT devices can and will drive this growth,” said Charles Choe, Senior Product Marketing Manager at Akamai. 6 Best Practices to Prevent DDoS Attacks. 8 Top DDoS Protection Services.

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CyberSecurity Insiders

NOVEMBER 23, 2022

In this article, we’ll share the top ten automotive security software companies working hard to ensure that connected vehicles are protected from rising cyber threats. . Instead, cars are directly connected devices that we must treat the same way we do our laptops, tablets, phones, and IoT devices. . CENTRI Technology.

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Centraleyes

SEPTEMBER 10, 2024

Purpose The primary purpose of an OT cyber risk framework is to protect critical infrastructure by providing a structured method for: Identifying cybersecurity risks that affect physical operations and safety. Assessing the potential impact of cyber threats on critical industrial systems.

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The Security Ledger

AUGUST 16, 2019

Sarah Zatko of the Cyber Independent Testing Lab joins us to talk about CITL's big new study of firmware security. The Mirai Botnet caught the world’s attention back in 2016 as the first, high profile IoT botnet. Read the whole entry. » On Firmware Security: Nobody’s Trying.

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