In this episode, we explore the implications of the recent Crowdstrike incident for OT cybersecurity. Join host Ken Kully, Systems Support Lead at Verve Industrial, and his guests Tyler Bergman and Ryan Zahn as they discuss the impact of IT security tools on OT environments, the importance of staged rollouts, and the delicate balance between automated updates and manual controls. Key Takeaways: The Crowdstrike incident highlights the risks of using IT-focused security tools in OT environments Staged rollouts and thorough testing are crucial for minimizing risks in critical infrastructure OT environments require a different approach to updates and security compared to IT systems The incident underscores the need for better collaboration between IT and OT teams Kernel-level access in security software presents both benefits and risks that must be carefully managed Timestamps: 00:00 – Introduction and discussion of recent events 03:08 – Overview of the Crowdstrike incident and its impact 05:50 – Discussing the differences between IT and OT security approaches 14:57 – Exploration of staged rollouts and testing processes 23:43 – The importance of human safety in OT environments 28:36 – The need for OT-specific considerations in security tool deployment 35:36 – Discussion on the risks associated with kernel-level access 43:18 – Reflecting on the broader implications for cybersecurity and critical infrastructure 48:06 – Closing thoughts and wrap-up Guest Information: Tyler Bergman: Utility engineering expert with 20 years of experience, focusing on cybersecurity efforts for the past five years. Ryan Zahn: Customer Success professional at Verve Industrial with over 11 years of experience and a background in OT as a state engineer for a Midwest power utility. Subscribe: Follow and Subscribe Get in Touch: LinkedIn | YouTube | Twitter/X | Contact Verve

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