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F5 BIG-IP hack exposes critical infrastructure to major risk

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A state-sponsored hack of F5's BIG-IP products risks critical infrastructure globally by exposing industrial control systems to unauthorised access and disruption.
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Schneider Electric embeds Nozomi Arc for better RTU security

Wed, 20th Aug 2025
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Schneider Electric integrates Nozomi Arc Embedded in SCADAPack 47xi RTUs, boosting security and visibility for remote industrial control systems globally.
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Trustwave launches OT security portfolio with Nozomi Networks

Wed, 23rd Jul 2025
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Trustwave and Nozomi Networks team up to launch a new OT security portfolio, boosting defence of critical infrastructure against rising cyber threats.
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Data diode market to reach USD $919.29 million by 2034

Thu, 19th Jun 2025
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The data diode market is set to nearly double to USD $919.29 million by 2034, driven by rising cyber threats and regulatory demands across sectors.
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Illumio & NVIDIA partner to boost Zero Trust for critical infrastructure

Wed, 4th Jun 2025
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Illumio partners with NVIDIA to enhance Zero Trust security for critical infrastructure, boosting visibility and breach containment across IT and OT systems.
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Illumio & NVIDIA team up to boost Zero Trust for infrastructure

Tue, 3rd Jun 2025
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Illumio and NVIDIA have partnered to integrate Illumio's breach containment with NVIDIA BlueField DPUs, boosting Zero Trust security for critical infrastructure.
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Immersive unveils new OT cybersecurity training for industry teams

Fri, 23rd May 2025
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Immersive has launched a new SaaS cybersecurity training suite to help industrial teams tackle rising threats in operational technology environments.
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Ransomware attacks on industrial targets surge, AI tactics rise

Thu, 22nd May 2025
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Ransomware attacks on industrial firms surged to 708 in Q1 2025, led by manufacturing, with North America and Europe hardest hit, warns Dragos report.
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Iberian blackout raises fears of growing cyber-attack risks

Wed, 30th Apr 2025
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A widespread blackout in Spain and Portugal sparks debate over whether a cyber-attack caused the outage, despite initial reports of a technical fault.
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OPSWAT partners with Sektor Cyber to boost ANZ presence

Wed, 23rd Apr 2025
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OPSWAT has named Sektor Cyber as its new distributor in Australia and New Zealand to boost cybersecurity solutions amid rising regulatory demands.
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Australia faces OT security gaps as IT & SOCs converge

Tue, 22nd Apr 2025
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Australia's IT and OT convergence exposes critical security gaps, with traditional SOCs struggling to monitor and respond to specialised operational technology threats.
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Rising ICS/OT cyber threats due to budgetary imbalances

Fri, 7th Mar 2025
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A recent SANS Institute and OPSWAT report reveals serious shortcomings in ICS/OT cybersecurity budgets, with over half of organisations experiencing security incidents last year.
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Manufacturing sector hit hardest by ransomware in 2024 Q4

Thu, 13th Feb 2025
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Cybersecurity experts Dragos report that the manufacturing sector was the prime target for ransomware in Q4 2024, accounting for 424 out of over 600 attacks globally.
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Dragos & Yokogawa partner to enhance industrial security

Fri, 17th Jan 2025
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Dragos has partnered with Yokogawa to enhance cybersecurity in industrial settings, focusing on improved IT and OT network insights amid digital transformation.
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UTS & Cisco partner to boost Australia's digital skills

Wed, 11th Dec 2024
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The University of Technology Sydney and Cisco have launched a partnership to enhance Australia's digital skills and promote industry collaboration.
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IT-OT convergence: Why security leaders must act now to protect both domains

Tue, 26th Nov 2024
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As IT and OT systems merge, cybersecurity leaders face urgent challenges managing risks across both domains to ensure operational safety and data security.
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Cybersecurity report reveals 145,000 exposed ICS systems

Fri, 22nd Nov 2024
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A cybersecurity report reveals over 145,000 worldwide Industrial Control Systems are at risk, highlighting urgent vulnerabilities in UK water services.
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Cloud Security Alliance unveils Zero Trust guide for OT/ICS

Thu, 31st Oct 2024
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The Cloud Security Alliance has released a new guide detailing how to implement Zero Trust principles in operational technology and industrial control systems.
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Memory safety vulnerabilities continue to plague ICS: Here’s what to do about it

Thu, 24th Oct 2024
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Memory safety vulnerabilities are surging in industrial control systems, with over 3,000 reported in 2022, prompting urgent calls for enhanced security measures.
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Industrial control systems are increasingly vulnerable to cyberattacks

Fri, 16th Aug 2024
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As cyberattacks on industrial control systems rise, EMA's Chris Steffen stresses the need for proactive cybersecurity measures to safeguard critical infrastructure.