High Visibility Cyber Attacks from MGM to Clorox to Critical Infrastructure: Risks and Responses

Join us for an insightful conversation with Dino Busalachi, CTO; and Craig Duckworth, President and CEO, of Velta Technology. They also share their perspectives on some of the recent cyber attacks that have shaken the OT space, such as the Oldsmar water plant, the Colonial Pipeline, and the MGM casino. Dino and Craig reveal how they help various industrial sectors, from manufacturing to gaming, protect their operational technology systems from cyber threats.

They explain how IT and OT cybersecurity differ and overlap, and how to foster a collaborative and effective approach. They also highlight the key elements of a robust OT cybersecurity strategy, such as a defensible architecture, a continuous monitoring system, a vulnerability management program, a secure remote access tool, and an incident response plan. They also share some of the best practices, common pitfalls, and future trends in the OT cybersecurity field.

Chapters:

• 00:00:00 - Welcome to the Industrial Cybersecurity Insider Podcast
• 00:01:11 - How Hackers Tried to Poison a Florida City’s Water Supply
• 00:02:57 - The Unique Challenges and Opportunities of OT Cybersecurity in Manufacturing
• 00:04:15 - How to Secure Remote Access to Your Industrial Systems
• 00:06:37 - How a Ransomware Attack Shut Down a Major US Pipeline
• 00:07:20 - Why You Need to Monitor Your OT Network and Assets
• 00:09:49 - How to Bridge the Gap Between IT and OT Teams
• 00:20:12 - How Cyber Attacks Can Affect the Casino Business and Customers
• 00:23:12 - How Cybersecurity Insurance and Legal Issues Can Impact Your OT Strategy
• 00:26:35 - Key Takeaways and Tips from VELTA Technology Experts

Links And Resources:

• Velta Technology
• Dino Busalachi on LinkedIn
• Jim Cook on LinkedIn
• Craig Duckworth on LinkedIn

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