In this episode of Threat Vector, David Moulton, Director of Thought Leadership at Palo Alto Networks, hosts cybersecurity experts Qiang Huang, VP of Product Management for Cloud Delivered Security Services, and Michela Menting, Senior Research Director in Digital Security at ABI Research. They discuss the pressing challenges of securing Operational Technology (OT) environments, which are increasingly vulnerable to ransomware, nation-state attacks, and remote access breaches due to the digital transformation in industries like manufacturing and energy. Learn how IT and OT convergence is reshaping cybersecurity strategies and what actions organizations must take to safeguard critical infrastructure. Tune in for expert insights on the complexities of securing OT networks, proactive security measures, and the impacts of cyberattacks on industrial operations.
For more information, please check out this report:
https://www.paloaltonetworks.com/blog/network-security/state-of-ot-security-2024/
00:00 Introduction to OT Cyber Attacks
00:30 Welcome to Threat Factor Podcast
01:24 Overview of OT Threats
02:29 Prevalence and Impact of OT Attacks
05:06 Real-World Effects of OT Attacks
08:34 High-Profile OT Attacks
11:18 Frequency and Response to OT Attacks
14:30 Motivations Behind OT Attacks
15:38 How IT Threats Infiltrate OT Systems
17:46 Manipulating Physical Processes
19:03 Immediate Business Impacts of OT Attacks
21:12 Challenges in Securing OT Environments
24:39 Regulatory Influence on OT Security
26:59 Key Insights from the OT Security Report
30:39 Final Thoughts and Recommendations
33:09 Closing Remarks and Credits
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For more information, please check out this report:
https://www.paloaltonetworks.com/blog/network-security/state-of-ot-security-2024/
00:00 Introduction to OT Cyber Attacks
00:30 Welcome to Threat Factor Podcast
01:24 Overview of OT Threats
02:29 Prevalence and Impact of OT Attacks
05:06 Real-World Effects of OT Attacks
08:34 High-Profile OT Attacks
11:18 Frequency and Response to OT Attacks
14:30 Motivations Behind OT Attacks
15:38 How IT Threats Infiltrate OT Systems
17:46 Manipulating Physical Processes
19:03 Immediate Business Impacts of OT Attacks
21:12 Challenges in Securing OT Environments
24:39 Regulatory Influence on OT Security
26:59 Key Insights from the OT Security Report
30:39 Final Thoughts and Recommendations
33:09 Closing Remarks and Credits
Join the conversation on our social media channels:
Website: http://www.paloaltonetworks.com
Podcast: https://www.paloaltonetworks.com/podcasts/threat-vector
Threat Research: https://unit42.paloaltonetworks.com/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/LifeatPaloAltoNetworks/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/palo-alto-networks/
YouTube: @paloaltonetworks
Twitter: https://twitter.com/PaloAltoNtwks
About Threat Vector
Threat Vector, Palo Alto Networks podcast, is your premier destination for security thought leadership. Join us as we explore pressing cybersecurity threats, robust protection strategies, and the latest industry trends.
Palo Alto Networks
Palo Alto Networks enables your team to prevent successful cyberattacks with an automated approach that delivers consistent security across the cloud, network, and mobile. http://paloaltonetworks.com
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