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The Process-Oriented View: CISO Visibility During an OT Attack

Michael G. "Schu" Schumacher — Thu, 13 Nov 2025 20:39:26 +0000

When a cyber incident occurs in an operational technology (OT) environment, understanding what is actually happening can become difficult. Control systems may continue to display normal readings even if attackers have begun manipulating logic or feedback within Programmable Logic Controllers … Continue reading →

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Securing Operational Technology with Cyber-Informed Engineering

Andrew Ginter — Wed, 17 Apr 2024 21:30:52 +0000

Cyber-Informed Engineering (CIE) is an initiative by Idaho National Laboratory with funding from the Department of Energy (DOE). The goal of CIE is to secure physical operations through the combination of cybersecurity and engineering approaches. Today, engineering mitigations are used … Continue reading →

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Critical Infrastructure in Cybersecurity: Innovation for the Transportation Sector

Alex Whitworth — Wed, 01 Nov 2023 14:48:33 +0000

In 2021, the presidential administration passed the National Security Memorandum on Improving Cybersecurity for Critical Infrastructure Control Systems, aiming to bolster the cybersecurity posture of critical infrastructure in the United States. Various agencies, such as the Transportation Security Administration (TSA), … Continue reading →

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Critical Infrastructure in Cybersecurity: Modernizing the Electric and Utilities Sector

Alex Whitworth — Tue, 17 Oct 2023 20:44:41 +0000

After the ransomware attack on Colonial Pipeline in 2021 and other notable events, the presidential administration has diligently worked to improve the cybersecurity posture of critical infrastructure in the United States. Several Government agencies, such as the Department of Energy … Continue reading →

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The Basics of Cybersecurity for Critical Infrastructure

Alex Whitworth — Fri, 23 Jun 2023 14:20:46 +0000

In July 2021, the presidential administration signed a National Security Memorandum on Improving Cybersecurity for Critical Infrastructure Control Systems. As these systems are a part of daily life, any damage to them would be a significant threat to national security. To … Continue reading →

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Ransomware in Healthcare and Utilities

Alex Whitworth — Mon, 30 Jan 2023 21:35:47 +0000

The past two years have seen relentless cyberattacks employed by hostile nations to disrupt American security, public health and the economy. The current U.S. administration has announced its emphasis on fighting ransomware particularly within these critical infrastructures. New regulations are … Continue reading →

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