Posts by Veridify Security
Building Management System Cybersecurity Best Practices
A strong cybersecurity posture is essential for Building Management Systems to mitigate the risks associated with interconnected devices and systems. Building Management System Overview A Building Management System (BMS), also known as a Building Automation System (BAS) or Building Control System (BCS), is a computer-based control system that manages and monitors the mechanical, electrical, and…
Read MoreThe Role of Cybersecurity for IoT Devices
The Internet of Things (IoT) has revolutionized the way we live and work. With billions of connected devices, from smartphones to home appliances, building controls and industrial machinery, our world is more interconnected than ever before. However, this connectivity also brings with it significant security risks. Cybersecurity plays a crucial role in ensuring that data…
Read MoreMonetary Damage of Reported Cybercrime in the US from 2001-2022
Growth in Cybercrime Cybercrime is not just a threat to data and privacy; it also comes with a significant monetary cost. The monetary damage of reported cybercrime in the United States grew steadily from 2001-2017, and then accelerated starting in 2018. There was a year-over-year increase of around 50 percent from 2021 to 2022. Since…
Read MoreBACnet Security Issues and How to Mitigate Cyber Risks
BACnet is a commonly used protocol for building automation and operational technology (OT) systems, and is used to establish communication between various devices in a network. Because BACnet-based building systems were originally deployed in isolated (air-gapped) environments, BACnet was not designed with security. Therefore, millions of BACnet devices are lacking common security mechanisms such as…
Read MoreImproving BACnet/SC Deployment with Automated Certificate Management
Managing BACnet/SC certificates can be a challenging task, especially for large buildings. Just recently at the AHR Expo 2024, we learned of a project that had over 300 devices and the decision was made to use 10-year certificates due to the multiple days (3-4) of labor needed to deploy BACnet/SC certificates. The owners didn’t want…
Read MoreBACnet MS/TP Security Risks and Vulnerabilities
What is BACnet MS/TP? BACnet MS/TP (Master-Slave/Token-Passing) is a widely used communication protocol in building automation and control systems. BACnet MS/TP is implemented with a shared bus and one or more building control devices daisy-chained along the wiring from a controller or a BACnet IP router/gateway. It is commonly used to connect field devices such…
Read MoreSmart Building Cybersecurity Best Practices
The true power of smart buildings lies in their ability to adapt and respond intelligently to the needs of occupants, enhancing comfort, efficiency, and sustainability. Understanding Smart Buildings Smart Buildings are structures equipped with a network of interconnected devices, sensors, and systems that collect and exchange data to optimize various aspects of building operations including…
Read MoreAHR Expo 2024 Event Preview
Veridify Security will be exhibiting at the AHR Expo 2024 in booth S6174. Our demo is getting assembled and being prepared to be shipped to Chicago! Verdify will be exhibiting a live demo of DOME™, a building automation cybersecurity platform that protects both new and existing building automation devices. The newly revised demo platform will…
Read MoreThe Hack of Marconi’s 1903 Wireless Demonstration
In the annals of technological history, the year 1903 stands as a pivotal moment in the progression of wireless communication. Guglielmo Marconi, the visionary inventor and pioneer of wireless telegraphy, was set to showcase his groundbreaking technology to the world. Little did he know that this momentous occasion would be marred by an unexpected and…
Read MoreEmbracing Digital Transformation – Zero Trust with Operational Technology
Embracing Digital Transformation – Zero Trust with Operational Technology Episode #175: In this episode titled “Embracing Digital Transformation – Zero Trust with Operational Technology” by Darren Pulsipher, Chief Solution Architect for Public Sector at Intel, interviews the CEO and Founder of Veridify Security Louis Parks. They discuss the unique problems with Operational technology networks that…
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