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Standard IEC 62443-4-2, the need to secure ISC components

IEC 62443-4-2, the need to secure components

Posted on 05/12/2022, by INCIBE
The security of control systems can be threatened from different aspects, with the end device being the most important attack vector. With this in mind, the IEC, within the 62443 standard, wanted to emphasise devices by preparing a document exclusively concerning their security: IEC62443-4-2. This document contains different technical requirements to improve the security of the types of assets that can be found in a control system.
FAT and SAT tests on ICS

FAT and SAT tests on industrial devices

Posted on 04/07/2022, by INCIBE
The continuity of the production process in businesses that require industrial automation depends more and more on the proper functioning, safety and reliability of the system of that composes it. Therefore, conducting tests of acceptance of its operation prior to its commissioning, is vital to ensure that the systems acquired meet the requirements set out in the contract between the company and the manufacturer.
Cybersecurity measures from a global perspective

Cybersecurity measures from a global perspective

Posted on 03/11/2022, by INCIBE
An adequate level of cybersecurity and cyberresilience is essential to keep assets safe from possible cyberattacks. This is why INCIBE-CERT has listed a set of measures and good practices that are valid for any need that affects cybersecurity.
Security level according to IEC 62443-3-3 in control systems

Security level according to IEC 62443-3-3 in Industrial Control Systems

Posted on 03/10/2022, by INCIBE
Standard 62443 arose as a development the ISA 99 standard to fully cover security within control systems. Divided into several parts, each refers to different aspects related to security. The IEC 62443-3-3 standard refers to system security requirements and security levels.
MITRE matrix: TTP in ICS

The MITRE matrix: tactics and techniques in industrial settings

Posted on 02/03/2022, by INCIBE
Monitoring and analyzing security incidents in Industrial Control Systems (ICS) has been a priority for many organizations for a while now. As a response to this need, and given the great success in other areas specialized in cybersecurity, the MITRE organization has developed a matrix that collects many of the tactics, techniques and procedures detected in the industrial world. This article seeks to make the contents and potential uses of said matrix known.
Ransomware: response measures

Ransomware: response measures

Posted on 12/16/2021, by INCIBE
Cyberattacks using ransomware are one of the main threats for companies all over the world and Spain is the tenth most affected country. For this reason, this article, in continuation of previous posts on measures of prevention and detection, looks in detail at how to respond these attacks.
CII: evolve measurement

EVOLVE: organisations’ capacity to adapt and improve their services after a cyberattack

Posted on 11/25/2021, by INCIBE
All organisations must be prepared so that, after the impact of a cyberattack, it may change, improve and adapt its processes and services. For this reason, it is necessary to protect the main business processes using a set of tasks that allow the organisation to evolve after a serious incident to redesign its strategies and minimise the possible impact of future cyberattacks
CII recover goal

RECOVER: the capacity of organizations to restore their services following a cyber-attack

Posted on 10/07/2021, by INCIBE
It is necessary to protect the main business processes through a set of tasks that allow the organisation to recover from a major incident in a timeframe that does not compromise the continuity of its services. This ensures a planned response to any security breach.
Ransomware: preventative measures (II)

Ransomware: preventative measures (II)

Posted on 09/30/2021, by INCIBE
Cyberattacks using ransomware are one of the main threats for companies all over the world and Spain is the tenth most affected country. That is why, in this article, as a continuation of the previous one entitled: ‘Ransomware: preventative measures (I)’, will cover in detail new recommendations to prevent them.

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