As organizations fast-track IT/OT network convergence, leaders are using the data gathered by physical equipment and Industrial Internet of Things (IIoT) devices to pinpoint problems and boost efficiency. Though this convergence brings many benefits – like faster deployment times, greater cost savings, improved performance, and fewer compartmentalized IT and OT departments – security remains a primary concern.
Malicious actors continue to target OT and critical infrastructure. The 2023 State of Operational Technology and Cybersecurity Report found that 75% of OT organizations reported at least one intrusion in the past year, with intrusions from malware and phishing being the most common.
