Manufacturing Cybersecurity: Lessons Learned and Taught from Ransomware Attacks

Explore a critical DEF CON 32 conference talk examining the cybersecurity vulnerabilities and challenges facing the manufacturing sector, which has become a prime target for ransomware attacks. Delve into compelling statistics from the Dragos 2023 Year In Review and Global Resilience Federation Ransomware Report, revealing that 70% of ransomware victims are manufacturers. Learn why manufacturing facilities are particularly susceptible to cyber threats, including factors such as inadequate network security, poor segmentation, and operational technology (OT) vulnerabilities. Discover how manufacturers' leading role in automation and device connectivity through Industrial Internet of Things (IIoT) creates both unprecedented opportunities and significant security risks. Gain valuable insights into the industry's evolving response to these challenges and understand how their experiences can serve as a crucial roadmap for other OT-intensive sectors moving towards similar technological integration.