IT/OT Risk Analysis
Systematic identification of risks, anomalies, and unsecured transitions between office network and production environment.
Controlled Interfaces Between IT and Production
The increasing interconnection of office IT and production environments (OT) creates new attack surfaces. We support you with risk analysis, network segmentation, and controlled access protection for production-related systems – pragmatic, operationally focused, and with consideration for ongoing production.
Minimizing Risks at the IT/OT Interface
In modern manufacturing environments, traditional IT and operational technology (OT) are increasingly converging. This interconnection enables efficiency gains but also entails significant risks: outdated control systems, unsecured remote maintenance access, and lack of network segmentation can allow cyberattacks from the office network to directly impact production. CCNet focuses on the critical interface between IT and OT. We analyze existing risks and develop protective measures that respect the availability of your systems.
Analysis and Segmentation Instead of Blind Actionism
Production systems follow their own rules. What is standard in classical IT can lead to plant downtime in OT. Therefore, our approach begins with a thorough risk analysis of production-related IT systems. We then develop concepts for clean network segmentation to separate office IT and production networks in a controlled manner and to limit lateral movement by attackers.
- Inventory of production-related IT systems
- Identification of unsecured interfaces
- Design of controlled network zones (segmentation)
Controlled Access and Remote Maintenance
External service providers and machine manufacturers often require remote access to systems. Unsecured connections represent a significant entry point. We assist you in designing controlled and transparently documented remote maintenance access. The goal is to restrict access to authorized personnel and defined systems without endangering the entire production network.
- Controlled design of remote maintenance access
- Concepts for multi-factor authentication (MFA)
- Logging and monitoring of service provider access
Our Approach to Industrial Security
Pragmatic and operationally focused measures to reduce risks at IT/OT interfaces.
Network Segmentation
Design of network zones and transitions to reduce risks from uncontrolled connections.
Controlled Remote Access
Design of controlled and auditable access for external service providers and machine manufacturers.
Monitoring Integration
Connecting production-related IT systems to central monitoring solutions to make anomalies more visible in a structured way.
Action Planning
Development of prioritized security measures that consider smooth production operations.
Awareness Training
Training employees on the specific security requirements in industrial environments.
Frequently Asked Questions about Industrial Security
What is Industrial Security?
Industrial Security involves measures to reduce cyber risks in industrial control systems and production networks. A key focus is the controlled design of interfaces to traditional corporate IT.
How does it differ from traditional IT security?
While traditional IT security often prioritizes data confidentiality, in OT availability and integrity of systems are paramount. Security measures must be planned with special consideration for the production process. Therefore, Industrial Security requires a particularly cautious and operationally focused approach.
What risks arise from IT/OT interconnection?
Interconnection can allow malware such as ransomware to spread from the office network to insufficiently protected production systems. Additionally, unsecured remote maintenance access by machine manufacturers often represents direct entry points into the production network.
How does CCNet start an analysis?
We begin with an inventory of production-related IT systems and the interfaces to the office network. We identify unsecured connections and assess risks to then develop a prioritized action plan.
Does CCNet also support segmentation and access protection?
Yes, network segmentation (separating IT and OT) and controlled design of remote maintenance access are key service components. We design zone models and develop controlled access solutions for internal and external users.
What must not be changed without review?
In production environments, no updates, patches, or active scans may be performed without prior review and coordination with the system owners, as this can cause unexpected downtime.
Structured Review of IT/OT Interfaces
Talk to us about pragmatic measures for production-related systems.