What is OT?
Operational technology (OT) refers to systems and technologies used to monitor and control physical processes—such as factory equipment, power grids, traffic systems, and water treatment plants. Unlike IT, which handles digital data, OT is about influencing and managing the physical world, often in real time.
You can think of OT as the "brain" behind machines: it opens valves, turns lights on, stops motors—often automatically. When these systems are connected to IT or the internet, they become vulnerable to cyber threats.
Example
An OT system in a water facility that controls chemical dosing could be exploited by attackers, leading to service disruption or public safety concerns.
Sicra and OT
Sicra helps organizations protect OT environments through secure segmentation, monitoring, risk assessments, and tailored safeguards. This is particularly important in critical infrastructure, where vulnerabilities can have real-world consequences.
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