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OT security in practice: Better than its reputation – but action is needed

A target vision for an OT security strategy – to increase resilience and implement legal requirements such as NIS2

Topic

Legislation, standards, regulationsIndustry 4.0 / IoT / Edge Computing

When & Where

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Tue, 10/07/2025, 12:15 - 12:30

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Forum, Booth 9-445

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Details

  • Format:

    Management lecture

  • Language:

    German

Session description

OT security protects operational technologies such as control and production systems from cyberattacks. It is essential because failures in OT environments can have a direct impact on safety, production, and infrastructure. Unlike traditional IT, OT security requires special measures because systems are often older, difficult to patch, and in use around the clock. A strong OT security strategy prevents operational disruptions, protects critical assets, and meets regulatory requirements—especially in industry, energy, and transportation.

In this session, you will gain an overview of the aspects that an OT security strategy should include and the methods that can be used to effectively support its rollout. In addition, various security measures will be presented that are not yet wid ...

Speaker

Moderator