Global Agencies Publish Secure Connectivity Guidance for OT
🔐 The US Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA), the UK’s National Cyber Security Centre (NCSC) and the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI), alongside international partners, have released principles to secure operational technology (OT) connectivity. Led by NCSC-UK, the guidance offers a shared framework to design and manage secure connectivity across OT environments. It emphasizes embedding cybersecurity into network design to reduce exposure to both state-backed and opportunistic adversaries. The document warns that increased interconnection brings benefits such as real-time analytics and predictive maintenance, but also raises risks that could cause physical harm, environmental damage or service disruption.
