Laia Garcia Padro with Ackcent Cybersecurity
Industrial Talk is onsite at IoT Solutions World Congress and talking to Laia Garcia Padro, Security Awareness Manager at Ackcent Cybersecurity about “The human solution to cybersecurity”.
Scott MacKenzie announces a webinar on adapting to new China tariffs in manufacturing, featuring Eric Millinger and Jorge Filio. The podcast, hosted by Scott, features Laia Garcia Padro with Ackcent discussing cybersecurity, emphasizing the human element in security. Laia, from Barcelona, explains that 90% of cyber incidents involve human error, advocating for early security integration and continuous education. She highlights the importance of unique passwords, password managers, and a security-conscious culture within organizations. Laia also mentions Ackcent’s services, including auditing, monitoring, and response teams, and stresses the need for readiness against evolving cyber threats.
Giuseppe Serio with Upstream Security
Industrial Talk is onsite at IoT Solutions World Congress and talking to Giuseppe Serio, Vice President at Upstream Security about “Active cybersecurity visibility into your connected assets!”.
Scott MacKenzie and Giuseppe from Upstream Security discussed the critical importance of cybersecurity in the rapidly evolving field of autonomous vehicles. Giuseppe highlighted that modern vehicles, with up to 100 million lines of code, are incredibly complex and vulnerable to cyber attacks. He emphasized the need for proactive measures, such as secure-by-design principles, continuous monitoring, and resilient systems. Giuseppe also stressed the importance of education and awareness among consumers and professionals. The conversation underscored the necessity of integrating cybersecurity from the outset of connected technologies to ensure safety and security.
Bill Johnson with TDI Technologies
Industrial Talk is onsite at DistribuTech and talking to Bill Johnson, President and CEO of TDi Technologies about “Protecting your connected assets with Console Works”.
Scott MacKenzie and Bill Johnson discussed the challenges of remote access in industrial environments, particularly in terms of cybersecurity. Bill explained how his company’s product, Console Works, provides secure remote access to assets while controlling who can access them. Scott emphasized the importance of separating insiders and vendors, and Bill highlighted the need to validate users and keep the platform free of viruses and malware. The speakers also discussed the importance of directly connecting to industrial control systems for security and accuracy, and the need for zero trust foundations in critical infrastructure security. They stressed the value of validating information from multiple sources to ensure accuracy and security.
Huxley Barbee with runZero
Ahmik Hindman with Rockwell Automation
Collaboration and information sharing are crucial in the cybersecurity landscape. There are various platforms and initiatives where manufacturers can share threat intelligence, experiences, and best practices. One notable example is the **Industrial Control Systems Cyber Emergency Response Team (ICS-CERT)**, a division of the U.S. Department of Homeland Security. ICS-CERT provides a platform for critical infrastructure owners and operators to report cybersecurity incidents and receive assistance in incident response and recovery.
