Securing The Industrial Internet of Things (IIOT): Breaching the "Air Gap" Myth

01/07/2025 14 min Temporada 1 Episodio 5
Securing The Industrial Internet of Things (IIOT): Breaching the "Air Gap" Myth

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Episode Synopsis

Welcome to "The Connected Frontier," the podcast exploring the cutting edge of technology and its impact on our world.  Today, we're continuing the conversation on a topic we started in our first episode: securing the Industrial Internet of Things, or IIoT.  In this episode we explore the "air gap" myth, revealing why the traditional security measure for Operational Technology (OT) networks is no longer foolproof. This episode explores the critical reasons behind the inevitable convergence of IT and OT, highlighting the substantial benefits like enhanced efficiency and data-driven decision-making. Discover the inherent risks of this interconnected landscape, from expanded attack surfaces and legacy system vulnerabilities to the "patching paradox" and organizational silos. Most importantly, learn about the multi-faceted solutions required to build cyber resilience in this new era, including unified strategies, robust network segmentation, and a culture of cybersecurity awareness.Support the show