Before reading this article I strongly recommend you review "CNC Machine Security: The Dangers and Management of USB Devices" and "Introducing OT-Max: A Game-Changer for Secure CNC Machine Connectivity". Often with CNC communication products including CIMCO DNC-Max server, the server hosting the software resides on a single network. Some companies and government agencies … [Read more...]
Vulnerability in SIEMENS Simatic S7-1200
It is certainly not typical for CNC Controls or Industrial Automation Systems to be accessible to exploit without a network first being compromised, but the ramifications can be very significant. For that reason we keep an eye on the security updates related to Industrial Automation Systems. If you do not have any of these systems in your facility this can still serve as a … [Read more...]