Key features

Industrial cybersecurity is important for several reasons:

• Protect critical infrastructure: ICS are essential for the operation of critical infrastructure, such as power grids, water treatment facilities, and manufacturing plants. A cyberattack on an ICS could disrupt or damage critical infrastructure, leading to widespread outages and economic losses.
• Protect national security: ICS are also used in military and defense applications. A cyberattack on an ICS could compromise national security by disrupting military operations or critical infrastructure.
• Protect intellectual property: ICS often contain valuable intellectual property, such as trade secrets and proprietary processes. A cyberattack could steal this intellectual property, giving competitors an unfair advantage.

Protect human safety: ICS are often used to control hazardous processes, such as those found in chemical plants and oil refineries. A cyberattack on an ICS could cause a hazardous process to malfunction, leading to injuries or death.