July 26, 2024
Heat and Hot Water Disrupted to over 600 buildings, about 100,000 people, for 48 HoursA cyberattack occurred on a heating utility (also known as district heating) in the Ukrainian city of Lviv, the largest city in western Ukraine, in January 2024. The malware, named FrostyGoop, is one of the few identified in the field with the intended purpose of causing physical changes instead of being ransomware ...
July 12, 2024
Operational Technology (OT) systems in buildings, which include HVAC, lighting, access control, and other critical infrastructure, are increasingly becoming targets for cyber threats. The rise in attacks on these systems underscores the importance of robust cybersecurity measures to protect them. Here’s a look at how to safeguard building OT systems from cyber threats.Understanding the Threat LandscapeBuilding ...
June 26, 2024
How is Zero Trust for OT Security Different from Traditional IT Security?Zero Trust for operational technology (OT) security differs significantly from traditional IT security models in several ways. Here are some key differences:Security MethodTraditional IT SecurityZero Trust OT SecurityTrust Model- Assumes that everything inside the network can be trusted.- Relies heavily on perimeter defenses like ...
June 18, 2024
DOME Cybersecurity now available to the Canadian Building Automation marketShelton, CT (June 18, 2024) -- Veridify Security, the leading provider of device-level cybersecurity solutions for building automation and industrial controls, today announced Controls Depot as its newest distributor. Controls Depot is a leading building technologies distributor and Master Systems Integrator (MSI) and expands ...
June 17, 2024
IntroductionThis is the podcast audio, highlights, and key insights from a Lunch and Learn session about the importance of improving cyber-physical security in building automation systems, highlighting the challenges and solutions in the industry. The event was hosted by KMC Controls.Podcast Audio - Improving Cyber-Physical SecurityYour browser does not support the audio tag.Highlights Importance ...
June 6, 2024
The FBI released its annual for all complaints reported through its Internet Crime Complaint Center (IC3). From the report, cybercrime losses increased 21% from 2022. Cybercrime refers to criminal activities carried out using computers or the internet. These crimes can range from hacking and spreading malware to stealing personal or financial information, conducting online scams, identity theft, cyberbullying, ...
May 31, 2024
DNP3 Cybersecurity RisksDNP3 (Distributed Network Protocol version 3) is a widely used communications for industrial control systems (ICS) and supervisory control and data acquisition (SCADA) systems. While DNP3 provides several features designed to enhance the reliability and efficiency of communication between control devices and data acquisition systems, it also poses certain security risks, especially ...
May 23, 2024
Water Utilities CyberattacksHacker groups from Russia, China, and Iran have all taken credit for recent cyberattacks on water utility companies in recent months, the EPA even warning smaller communities to take action. Water utility companies are on notice during federal inspections over the last year. Roughly 70% of them violated standards meant to prevent data breaches or cyberattacks. Some failures ...
May 6, 2024
Partnership expands Sales Reach for Securing Building Automation and Smart Building MarketsShelton, CT (May 06, 2024) -- Veridify Security, the leading provider of device-level cybersecurity solutions for building automation and industrial controls, today announced Jackson Control as its newest distributor. Jackson Control is a leading building technologies distributor and systems integrator, expanding ...
May 3, 2024
Exposed OT/ICS DevicesRecent data from several tracking sources indicates there has been an increase in the number of public IP addresses with accessible devices using standard OT/ICS protocols – BACnet, Modbus, Fox, Ethernet/IP, S7, and more. Data from three different sources – Censys, , and Shodan – give insight into the number of publicly exposed IP addresses that have devices using OT/ICS protocols.The ...
April 15, 2024
A strong cybersecurity posture is essential for Building Management Systems to mitigate the risks associated with interconnected devices and systems.Building Management System OverviewA 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 plumbing ...
April 11, 2024
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 from IoT devices are secure ...
