DTS Solution - Building a SOC (Security Operations Center)
This document discusses building a cyber security operations center (CSOC). It covers the need for a CSOC, its core components including security information and event management (SIEM), and integrating components like monitoring, alerting, and reporting. Key aspects that are important for a successful CSOC are people, processes, and technology. The roles and skills required for people in the CSOC and training needs are outlined. Developing standardized processes, procedures and workflows that align with frameworks like ISO are also discussed.
Cyber Security Trends
Business Concerns
Cyber Threats
The Solutions
Security Operation Center
requirement
SOC Architecture model
SOC Implementation
SOC & NOC
SOC & CSIRT
SIEM & Correlation
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Definition
Gartner defines a SOC as both a team, often operating in shifts around the clock, and a facility dedicated to and organized to prevent, detect, assess and respond to cybersecurity threats and incidents, and to fulfill and assess regulatory compliance. The term "cybersecurity operation center "is often used synonymously for SOC.
A network operations center (NOC) is not a SOC, which focuses on network device management rather than detecting and responding to cybersecurity incidents. Coordination between the two is common, however.
A managed security service is not the same as having a SOC — although a service provider may offer services from a SOC. A managed service is a shared resource and not solely dedicated to a single organization or entity. Similarly, there is no such thing as a managed SOC.
Most of the technologies, processes and best practices that are used in a SOC are not specific to a SOC. Incident response or vulnerability management remain the same, whether delivered from a SOC or not. It is a meta-topic, involving many security domains and disciplines, and depending on the services and functions that are delivered by the SOC.
Services that often reside in a SOC are:
• Cyber security incident response
• Malware analysis
• Forensic analysis
• Threat intelligence analysis
• Risk analytics and attack path modeling
• Countermeasure implementation
• Vulnerability assessment
• Vulnerability analysis
• Penetration testing
• Remediation prioritization and coordination
• Security intelligence collection and fusion
• Security architecture design
• Security consulting
• Security awareness training
• Security audit data collection and distribution
Alternative names for SOC :
Security defense center (SDC)
Security intelligence center
Cyber security center
Threat defense center
security intelligence and operations center (SIOC)
Infrastructure Protection Centre (IPC)
مرکز عملیات امنیت
** CyberSecurity Certification Training: https://www.edureka.co/cybersecurity-certification-training **
This Edureka tutorial on "Cybersecurity Frameworks" will help you understand why and how the organizations are using the cybersecurity framework to Identify, Protect and Recover from cyber attacks.
Cybersecurity Training Playlist: https://bit.ly/2NqcTQV
Dragos S4x20: How to Build an OT Security Operations Center
Senior Director of Business Development, Matt Cowell's, S4x20 presentation details how to build an effective OT security operations center and the tools and skills needed.
Microsoft Sentinel is a cloud-native security information and event management (SIEM) solution powered by AI and automation. It collects security data from various sources at cloud scale, uses machine learning to analyze the data and detect threats, provides visualizations to investigate incidents and related entities, and enables automating common security tasks and workflows through automation rules and playbooks. This increases security operations efficiency and helps organizations accelerate response to security threats.
This document discusses the principles of zero trust architecture, which aims to eliminate trust from IT systems by verifying all users and devices before granting limited, least-privilege access. It outlines the core elements of zero trust, including verifying the user, verifying their device, and limiting access and privileges. The document also notes that implementing zero trust will require monitoring the environment closely, architecting microperimeters, mapping acceptable data routes, and identifying sensitive data. Organizations may face challenges from technical debt, legacy systems, and other issues requiring new technologies or wrappers.
Adopting A Zero-Trust Model. Google Did It, Can You?
Based on 6 years of creating zero trust networks at Google, the BeyondCorp framework has led to the popularization of a new network security model within enterprises, called the software-defined perimeter.
The document discusses Internet of Things (IoT) and cybersecurity challenges in manufacturing. It provides an overview of the evolving threat landscape, including common hacking techniques like spearphishing and malware. The presentation emphasizes the importance of cyber hygiene practices for manufacturers such as updating software, using strong unique passwords, training employees on security basics, and not browsing as an administrator. It promotes attending an upcoming cybersecurity forum to learn more on topics that will help protect manufacturing organizations from emerging threats.
1) OT cybersecurity requires taking a holistic view of plant risk that considers impacts beyond financials, such as safety, environmental and operational impacts. Assets should be classified according to risk so priorities can be set.
2) Knowing the assets in the OT environment is essential before strategies can be developed. New technologies can help with asset inventory.
3) OT cybersecurity responsibilities need to be clearly defined, which could include one or two CISO roles to oversee both IT and OT, with close collaboration.
The document discusses building a security operations center (SOC) and provides information on why an organization would build a SOC, how to establish the necessary skills and processes, and technology solutions like HP ArcSight that can be used. It describes how HP consultants have experience building SOCs for major companies and can help customers establish an effective SOC to monitor for security events, ensure compliance, and protect the organization. It provides details on how to structure a SOC, including defining roles and processes, implementing a security information and event management (SIEM) system, and establishing performance metrics to improve over time.
The document discusses IEC 62443, an international standard for industrial automation and control system (IACS) cybersecurity. It provides an overview of key aspects of the standard, including its structure, risk assessment process, protection levels, security requirements, and life cycle approach. The standard is intended to help organizations establish cybersecurity programs for IACS that are risk-based and cover the entire life cycle from planning to decommissioning.
The document discusses the results of an expert survey about future cyber attacks and IT security challenges in 2025. Experts predict that (1) attacks on the Internet of Things will increase, (2) next generation malware will be more sophisticated and precise, and (3) social engineering attacks targeting users will rise. To combat these threats, IT security needs to offer advanced artificial intelligence for quick response and automated detection of targeted attacks, as well as new authentication methods. Experts say the biggest challenges are users' lack of security awareness, exploding data volumes, lack of coordination against cybercrime, and fast technological changes like the IoT. Companies must increase security training and continuously improve automated data analysis and secure cloud solutions to ensure IT security
Analysis, strategies and practical action plans for National Government Cybersecurity based upon the United Nations - International Telecommunications Union - UN/ITU Cybersecurity Framework and their Global Cybersecurity Agenda - GCA.
From SIEM to SOC: Crossing the Cybersecurity Chasm
You own a SIEM, but to be secure, you need a Security Operations Center! How do you cross the chasm? Do you hire staff or outsource? And what skills are needed? Mike Ostrowski, a cybersecurity industry veteran, will review common pitfalls experienced through the journey from SIEM to SOC, the pros and cons of an all in-house SOC vs. outsourcing, and the benefits of a hybrid SOC model.
Learning Objectives:
1: You own a SIEM, but to be secure, you need a SOC. How do you cross the chasm?
2: What are the pros and cons of in-house, fully managed and hybrid security?
3: What considerations go into deciding whether to employ a hybrid strategy?
(Source: RSA Conference USA 2018)
Impact of Zero Trust Cyber Security on Healthcare 4.0 Glorium Tech
This document provides an overview of the impact of zero trust cybersecurity on Healthcare 4.0. It discusses the evolution of industrial and healthcare revolutions towards Healthcare 4.0, which is driven by various emerging technologies. These technologies include artificial intelligence, blockchain, augmented/virtual/extended reality, nanotechnology, genomics, wearables, robotics and more. The document also discusses how Healthcare 4.0 trends can be further advanced through leveraging Web 3.0 and its decentralized nature. It outlines some challenges of Healthcare 4.0 including repairing digital trust and enhancing cybersecurity. The keynote then discusses how zero trust models can help address these challenges by enhancing confidentiality and access control. Finally, it explores future directions for
Operational technology (OT) and information technology (IT) security protect devices, networks, systems, and users. Cybersecurity has long been critical in IT and helps organizations keep sensitive data safe, ensure users connect to the internet securely, and detect and prevent potential cyberattacks.
SOC and SIEM systems can help organizations detect and respond to security incidents and threats in a timely manner. A SOC acts as a security operations center to monitor, analyze, and respond to cybersecurity incidents. SIEM provides real-time analysis of security alerts and events to help identify potential threats. Implementing SOC and SIEM solutions can improve an organization's security posture through early threat detection, compliance with regulations, and reduced breach impact.
DTS Solution - Building a SOC (Security Operations Center)Shah Sheikh
This document discusses building a cyber security operations center (CSOC). It covers the need for a CSOC, its core components including security information and event management (SIEM), and integrating components like monitoring, alerting, and reporting. Key aspects that are important for a successful CSOC are people, processes, and technology. The roles and skills required for people in the CSOC and training needs are outlined. Developing standardized processes, procedures and workflows that align with frameworks like ISO are also discussed.
Cyber Security Trends
Business Concerns
Cyber Threats
The Solutions
Security Operation Center
requirement
SOC Architecture model
SOC Implementation
SOC & NOC
SOC & CSIRT
SIEM & Correlation
-----------------------------------------------------------
Definition
Gartner defines a SOC as both a team, often operating in shifts around the clock, and a facility dedicated to and organized to prevent, detect, assess and respond to cybersecurity threats and incidents, and to fulfill and assess regulatory compliance. The term "cybersecurity operation center "is often used synonymously for SOC.
A network operations center (NOC) is not a SOC, which focuses on network device management rather than detecting and responding to cybersecurity incidents. Coordination between the two is common, however.
A managed security service is not the same as having a SOC — although a service provider may offer services from a SOC. A managed service is a shared resource and not solely dedicated to a single organization or entity. Similarly, there is no such thing as a managed SOC.
Most of the technologies, processes and best practices that are used in a SOC are not specific to a SOC. Incident response or vulnerability management remain the same, whether delivered from a SOC or not. It is a meta-topic, involving many security domains and disciplines, and depending on the services and functions that are delivered by the SOC.
Services that often reside in a SOC are:
• Cyber security incident response
• Malware analysis
• Forensic analysis
• Threat intelligence analysis
• Risk analytics and attack path modeling
• Countermeasure implementation
• Vulnerability assessment
• Vulnerability analysis
• Penetration testing
• Remediation prioritization and coordination
• Security intelligence collection and fusion
• Security architecture design
• Security consulting
• Security awareness training
• Security audit data collection and distribution
Alternative names for SOC :
Security defense center (SDC)
Security intelligence center
Cyber security center
Threat defense center
security intelligence and operations center (SIOC)
Infrastructure Protection Centre (IPC)
مرکز عملیات امنیت
** CyberSecurity Certification Training: https://www.edureka.co/cybersecurity-certification-training **
This Edureka tutorial on "Cybersecurity Frameworks" will help you understand why and how the organizations are using the cybersecurity framework to Identify, Protect and Recover from cyber attacks.
Cybersecurity Training Playlist: https://bit.ly/2NqcTQV
Dragos S4x20: How to Build an OT Security Operations CenterDragos, Inc.
Senior Director of Business Development, Matt Cowell's, S4x20 presentation details how to build an effective OT security operations center and the tools and skills needed.
Microsoft Sentinel is a cloud-native security information and event management (SIEM) solution powered by AI and automation. It collects security data from various sources at cloud scale, uses machine learning to analyze the data and detect threats, provides visualizations to investigate incidents and related entities, and enables automating common security tasks and workflows through automation rules and playbooks. This increases security operations efficiency and helps organizations accelerate response to security threats.
This document discusses the principles of zero trust architecture, which aims to eliminate trust from IT systems by verifying all users and devices before granting limited, least-privilege access. It outlines the core elements of zero trust, including verifying the user, verifying their device, and limiting access and privileges. The document also notes that implementing zero trust will require monitoring the environment closely, architecting microperimeters, mapping acceptable data routes, and identifying sensitive data. Organizations may face challenges from technical debt, legacy systems, and other issues requiring new technologies or wrappers.
Adopting A Zero-Trust Model. Google Did It, Can You?Zscaler
Based on 6 years of creating zero trust networks at Google, the BeyondCorp framework has led to the popularization of a new network security model within enterprises, called the software-defined perimeter.
The document discusses Internet of Things (IoT) and cybersecurity challenges in manufacturing. It provides an overview of the evolving threat landscape, including common hacking techniques like spearphishing and malware. The presentation emphasizes the importance of cyber hygiene practices for manufacturers such as updating software, using strong unique passwords, training employees on security basics, and not browsing as an administrator. It promotes attending an upcoming cybersecurity forum to learn more on topics that will help protect manufacturing organizations from emerging threats.
1) OT cybersecurity requires taking a holistic view of plant risk that considers impacts beyond financials, such as safety, environmental and operational impacts. Assets should be classified according to risk so priorities can be set.
2) Knowing the assets in the OT environment is essential before strategies can be developed. New technologies can help with asset inventory.
3) OT cybersecurity responsibilities need to be clearly defined, which could include one or two CISO roles to oversee both IT and OT, with close collaboration.
The document discusses building a security operations center (SOC) and provides information on why an organization would build a SOC, how to establish the necessary skills and processes, and technology solutions like HP ArcSight that can be used. It describes how HP consultants have experience building SOCs for major companies and can help customers establish an effective SOC to monitor for security events, ensure compliance, and protect the organization. It provides details on how to structure a SOC, including defining roles and processes, implementing a security information and event management (SIEM) system, and establishing performance metrics to improve over time.
The document discusses IEC 62443, an international standard for industrial automation and control system (IACS) cybersecurity. It provides an overview of key aspects of the standard, including its structure, risk assessment process, protection levels, security requirements, and life cycle approach. The standard is intended to help organizations establish cybersecurity programs for IACS that are risk-based and cover the entire life cycle from planning to decommissioning.
The document discusses the results of an expert survey about future cyber attacks and IT security challenges in 2025. Experts predict that (1) attacks on the Internet of Things will increase, (2) next generation malware will be more sophisticated and precise, and (3) social engineering attacks targeting users will rise. To combat these threats, IT security needs to offer advanced artificial intelligence for quick response and automated detection of targeted attacks, as well as new authentication methods. Experts say the biggest challenges are users' lack of security awareness, exploding data volumes, lack of coordination against cybercrime, and fast technological changes like the IoT. Companies must increase security training and continuously improve automated data analysis and secure cloud solutions to ensure IT security
National Cybersecurity - Roadmap and Action PlanDr David Probert
Analysis, strategies and practical action plans for National Government Cybersecurity based upon the United Nations - International Telecommunications Union - UN/ITU Cybersecurity Framework and their Global Cybersecurity Agenda - GCA.
From SIEM to SOC: Crossing the Cybersecurity ChasmPriyanka Aash
You own a SIEM, but to be secure, you need a Security Operations Center! How do you cross the chasm? Do you hire staff or outsource? And what skills are needed? Mike Ostrowski, a cybersecurity industry veteran, will review common pitfalls experienced through the journey from SIEM to SOC, the pros and cons of an all in-house SOC vs. outsourcing, and the benefits of a hybrid SOC model.
Learning Objectives:
1: You own a SIEM, but to be secure, you need a SOC. How do you cross the chasm?
2: What are the pros and cons of in-house, fully managed and hybrid security?
3: What considerations go into deciding whether to employ a hybrid strategy?
(Source: RSA Conference USA 2018)
The document discusses advanced security operations centers (A-SOCs) and their capabilities. It describes how A-SOCs go beyond traditional SOCs by focusing on threat mitigation, proactive monitoring and intelligence. It outlines key A-SOC capabilities like threat assessment and hunting, threat intelligence, situational awareness, and security analytics. The document also provides examples of A-SOC architecture, frameworks, technologies, queries, organization structure, and processes. It proposes a maturity model for advanced SOC services and provides an example use case for the Carbanak attack.
To build an effective security operations center (SOC), you must first understand what type of SOC you need by considering its capabilities, organization, staffing hours, and environment. Key planning areas include defining hours of availability, whether to use an MSSP, priority capabilities, and the technology environment. Budget and technology are also important to consider, but only after establishing goals. An effective SOC requires the right mix of processes, people, and technologies tailored to your organization's unique needs.
Ot ics cyberattaques dans les organisations industrielles Cisco Canada
Sylvain Denoncourt GSEC, CISSP presented on cyber attacks targeting industrial organizations at Cisco Connect Montreal in November 2017. He discussed how IT and OT networks are converging due to technology evolution and cost pressures, but have different cultures, skills, and objectives. OT networks prioritize resilience while IT focuses on meeting user expectations cost-effectively. Denoncourt reviewed major industrial cyber attacks from Stuxnet in 2010 to the 2015 Ukraine power grid hack. He emphasized that adversaries now have advanced capabilities and extensive knowledge of control systems. Industrial networks are increasingly vulnerable targets. Strong security architectures with network segmentation, access controls, threat detection, and device integrity are needed to protect against sophisticated threats targeting critical infrastructure.
CLASS 2018 - Palestra de Edgard Capdevielle (Presidente e CEO – Nozomi)TI Safe
The document discusses modern cybersecurity and operational visibility for industrial control networks. It outlines some of the challenges in protecting industrial control networks, including that systems were previously isolated, use proprietary protocols, and cybersecurity was less rigorous. It emphasizes that operational visibility is critical for cybersecurity as you cannot protect what you cannot see. The document then discusses using Nozomi Networks' solutions to gain visibility into networks and assets, detect malware attacks, and provide hybrid threat detection approaches for industrial control systems. Case studies are presented on network visualization and monitoring, asset discovery and inventory, and hybrid ICS threat detection.
Augmentation of a SCADA based firewall against foreign hacking devices IJECEIAES
This document summarizes a research paper that implemented a SCADA-based firewall to protect data transmission from external hacking devices. The paper first discusses a case study where an industrial control system was hacked 46 times. It then provides an overview of industrial firewalls and the differences between industrial and IT firewalls. The paper describes configuring a Tofino industrial firewall with SCADA-HMI and PLC assets. It tests the firewall by simulating scenarios without and with the firewall, showing the firewall prevents an attacker from accessing the PLC simulator based on communication protocols. The paper concludes customized industrial firewalls are needed and protocols must be regularly updated as cyber attacks evolve.
This document provides an overview of SCADA (Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition) security challenges and strategies. It describes common SCADA system components and functionality. It then discusses increasing cyber threats to SCADA systems from sources like hostile governments and employees. The document outlines various physical and cyber vulnerabilities in SCADA systems and components. It recommends security standards from organizations like NIST, ISA, and NERC to help mitigate risks. The document also provides guidelines on physical asset security and cybersecurity strategies.
This document provides an overview of SCADA (Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition) security challenges and strategies. It describes common SCADA system components and functionality. It then discusses increasing cyber threats to SCADA systems from sources like hostile governments and employees. The document outlines various physical and cyber vulnerabilities in SCADA systems and components. It recommends security standards from organizations like NIST, ISA, and NERC to help mitigate risks. The document also provides guidelines on physical asset security and cybersecurity strategies.
The document summarizes a security solution called OTPS that is designed to protect utility control systems from vulnerabilities. It notes that control systems have become more vulnerable as they integrate with corporate networks and use commercial operating systems. The OTPS solution uses security event management, intrusion detection, and other tools to monitor systems for breaches, protect critical infrastructure, and detect and prevent security issues across networks, protocols, processes and system health. It is presented as a customizable, scalable solution to implement security best practices for utility control environments.
Build A Solid Foundation For Industrial Network Security - Cybersecurity Webi...Jiunn-Jer Sun
Agenda
- The unknown truth of cyber threats
- The myths of network security
- Attack and defense analysis
- IEC 62443 standard and how it impacts on you
- IT vs. OT security and the golden rule of defense
- A foundation where technology meets humanity
The session with highlight Intel’s vision for IoT Security and the fundamental building blocks and capabilities Intel and the ecosystem are providing to organizations to build security in from design through deployment and maintenance.
Io t security defense in depth charles li v1 20180425cCharles Li
The document discusses IoT security defense in depth. It notes that early IoT devices from the 1980s lacked many security measures that are now common, like network perimeter defense and endpoint protection. As IoT expands to include more devices, endpoints and attack surfaces, threats have become more aggressive and relentless. Effective IoT security requires an understanding of both IT and OT security practices. The document advocates a defense in depth approach with security controls at multiple layers, including the network, host, application, gateway, controllers and data/devices. Both technical and administrative measures are needed.
Robust Cyber Security for Power UtilitiesNir Cohen
The security of critical networks is at the center of attention of industry and government regulators alike. Check Point and RAD offer a joint end-to-end cyber security solution that protects any utility operational technology (OT) network by eliminating RTU and SCADA equipment vulnerabilities, as well as defends against cyber-attacks on the network’s control and data planes. This solution brief explains how the joint solution enables compliance with NERC-CIP directives, provides deep visibility and control of ICS/SCADA communications, and allows secure remote access into OT networks.
Internet of Things Security - Trust in the supply chainDuncan Purves
The document discusses several topics related to security issues in IoT systems and supply chains:
1. It describes how trust in an IoT system depends on trust in all of its elements and how they are integrated and interact. Effective risk management and threat modeling are required.
2. Specific security issues discussed include the Stuxnet virus, ransomware targeting IoT devices, hacks of vehicles and medical devices, and the 2016 DDoS attack using Mirai malware.
3. Key factors in managing risk and building trust are specifying security requirements, evaluating threats and risks, and addressing vulnerabilities throughout the system lifecycle. Attack surfaces and vectors must be identified and mitigated.
Understanding Cyber Industrial Controls in the Manufacturing and Utilities En...Dawn Yankeelov
"Understanding Cyber Industrial Controls in the Manufacturing and Utilities Environment," By Dr. John Naber, Co-Founder & Partner in True Secure SCADA, which is KY-based and holds 2 key patents in this area. This was given at the TALK Cybersecurity Summit 2018 in Louisville, KY.
The document discusses cyber security challenges for industrial control systems (ICS) and SCADA networks. As ICS were connected to networks and the internet, it increased opportunities for remote hacking and destruction. The disconnect between traditional IT security practices and operational needs of ICS led to vulnerabilities. Common security strategies like network isolation are no longer effective due to widespread connectivity. Recent attacks have shown that hackers can compromise ICS equipment directly and cause physical damage. The document argues industry must adopt new security technologies and policies tailored for ICS in order to address growing threats.
DISCUSSION ON SECURITY MEASURES FOR PIPELINE CYBER ASSETSiQHub
The document discusses securing industrial environments from cyber threats. It notes that digital transformation is driving increased connectivity between operational technology (OT) and information technology (IT) networks, expanding the attack surface. Remote access requirements and adoption of new technologies like IoT and cloud also increase risks. Most industrial control systems lack security by design. The industry agrees that connectivity is the overwhelming root cause of incidents as organizations fail to follow network segmentation best practices. The mixing of legacy and modern technologies in OT environments is also challenging. The document advocates adopting the Fortinet Security Fabric approach to gain visibility, control, and intelligence across OT networks using tools like firewalls, switches, endpoint detection and more.
DISCUSSION ON SECURITY MEASURES FOR PIPELINE CYBER ASSETSiQHub
The document discusses securing operational technology (OT) environments in the oil and gas industry. It notes that OT environments are increasingly connected due to digital transformation initiatives, exposing more assets to cyber threats. Remote access requirements and the adoption of new technologies like IoT and cloud computing are also expanding the attack surface. The industry agrees that connectivity is a major risk factor and root cause of security incidents. The document then provides an overview of critical OT processes in different parts of the oil and gas value chain that could be impacted by cyber attacks, such as drilling, gathering, separation, and metering. It promotes Fortinet's industrial cybersecurity solutions to provide visibility, protection, and awareness across the entire digital attack surface in OT networks.
Stuxnet was a sophisticated cyber attack targeting Iran's nuclear facilities that changed perceptions of threats to critical infrastructure systems like SCADA. It exploited vulnerabilities in both Windows and Siemens control software to sabotage centrifuges without detection for nearly a year. This highlighted that SCADA/ICS are vulnerable targets due to their use of outdated protocols and legacy systems not originally designed with security in mind. Common security issues with SCADA include lack of access controls, unpatched systems, integration with corporate networks, and human/contractor oversight. Best practices like the NERC standards and updates to protocols like DNP3 can help mitigate risks if properly implemented throughout the SCADA lifecycle.
This document provides an overview of Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA) and Industrial Control Systems (ICS), including fundamentals, evolution over time, vulnerabilities, security frameworks, good practices, and resources. It defines SCADA/ICS, describes how they have become more interconnected, lists vulnerabilities like outdated systems and remote access, outlines security standards like NIST and NERC, recommends practices like segmentation and patching, and provides example frameworks and resources.
Challenges and Solution to Mitigate the cyber-attack on Critical Infrastruct...Abhishek Goel
SCADA systems control some of the most vital infrastructure in industrial and energy sectors, from oil and gas pipelines to nuclear facilities to water treatment plants.
Critical infrastructure is defined as the physical and IT assets, networks and services that if disrupted or destroyed would have a serious impact on the health, security, or economic wellbeing of citizens and the efficient functioning of a country’s government.
Supervisory control and data acquisition (SCADA) are applications that collect data from a system in order to automate the monitoring and controlling of its activities. Several industrial fields such as, electric utilities, water supplies and buildings' facilities have already adopted SCADA systems to increase the efficiency and reduce cost. However, the IT community is concerned about the level of security that any applied SCADA system provides. This paper concentrates on the major security threats encountered in SCADA systems. In addition, it discusses a new proposed methodology in order to increase the system security with minimal impact on efficiency. The proposed scheme provides several security services which are mutual authentication, confidentiality, data integrity and accountability.
Best Programming Language for Civil EngineersAwais Yaseen
The integration of programming into civil engineering is transforming the industry. We can design complex infrastructure projects and analyse large datasets. Imagine revolutionizing the way we build our cities and infrastructure, all by the power of coding. Programming skills are no longer just a bonus—they’re a game changer in this era.
Technology is revolutionizing civil engineering by integrating advanced tools and techniques. Programming allows for the automation of repetitive tasks, enhancing the accuracy of designs, simulations, and analyses. With the advent of artificial intelligence and machine learning, engineers can now predict structural behaviors under various conditions, optimize material usage, and improve project planning.
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These fighter aircraft have uses outside of traditional combat situations. They are essential in defending India's territorial integrity, averting dangers, and delivering aid to those in need during natural calamities. Additionally, the IAF improves its interoperability and fortifies international military alliances by working together and conducting joint exercises with other air forces.
Transcript: Details of description part II: Describing images in practice - T...BookNet Canada
This presentation explores the practical application of image description techniques. Familiar guidelines will be demonstrated in practice, and descriptions will be developed “live”! If you have learned a lot about the theory of image description techniques but want to feel more confident putting them into practice, this is the presentation for you. There will be useful, actionable information for everyone, whether you are working with authors, colleagues, alone, or leveraging AI as a collaborator.
Link to presentation recording and slides: https://bnctechforum.ca/sessions/details-of-description-part-ii-describing-images-in-practice/
Presented by BookNet Canada on June 25, 2024, with support from the Department of Canadian Heritage.
How Social Media Hackers Help You to See Your Wife's Message.pdfHackersList
In the modern digital era, social media platforms have become integral to our daily lives. These platforms, including Facebook, Instagram, WhatsApp, and Snapchat, offer countless ways to connect, share, and communicate.
Scaling Connections in PostgreSQL Postgres Bangalore(PGBLR) Meetup-2 - MydbopsMydbops
This presentation, delivered at the Postgres Bangalore (PGBLR) Meetup-2 on June 29th, 2024, dives deep into connection pooling for PostgreSQL databases. Aakash M, a PostgreSQL Tech Lead at Mydbops, explores the challenges of managing numerous connections and explains how connection pooling optimizes performance and resource utilization.
Key Takeaways:
* Understand why connection pooling is essential for high-traffic applications
* Explore various connection poolers available for PostgreSQL, including pgbouncer
* Learn the configuration options and functionalities of pgbouncer
* Discover best practices for monitoring and troubleshooting connection pooling setups
* Gain insights into real-world use cases and considerations for production environments
This presentation is ideal for:
* Database administrators (DBAs)
* Developers working with PostgreSQL
* DevOps engineers
* Anyone interested in optimizing PostgreSQL performance
Contact info@mydbops.com for PostgreSQL Managed, Consulting and Remote DBA Services
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Kief Morris rethinks the infrastructure code delivery lifecycle, advocating for a shift towards composable infrastructure systems. We should shift to designing around deployable components rather than code modules, use more useful levels of abstraction, and drive design and deployment from applications rather than bottom-up, monolithic architecture and delivery.
Quantum Communications Q&A with Gemini LLM. These are based on Shannon's Noisy channel Theorem and offers how the classical theory applies to the quantum world.
How RPA Help in the Transportation and Logistics Industry.pptxSynapseIndia
Revolutionize your transportation processes with our cutting-edge RPA software. Automate repetitive tasks, reduce costs, and enhance efficiency in the logistics sector with our advanced solutions.
Blockchain technology is transforming industries and reshaping the way we conduct business, manage data, and secure transactions. Whether you're new to blockchain or looking to deepen your knowledge, our guidebook, "Blockchain for Dummies", is your ultimate resource.
TrustArc Webinar - 2024 Data Privacy Trends: A Mid-Year Check-InTrustArc
Six months into 2024, and it is clear the privacy ecosystem takes no days off!! Regulators continue to implement and enforce new regulations, businesses strive to meet requirements, and technology advances like AI have privacy professionals scratching their heads about managing risk.
What can we learn about the first six months of data privacy trends and events in 2024? How should this inform your privacy program management for the rest of the year?
Join TrustArc, Goodwin, and Snyk privacy experts as they discuss the changes we’ve seen in the first half of 2024 and gain insight into the concrete, actionable steps you can take to up-level your privacy program in the second half of the year.
This webinar will review:
- Key changes to privacy regulations in 2024
- Key themes in privacy and data governance in 2024
- How to maximize your privacy program in the second half of 2024
Quality Patents: Patents That Stand the Test of TimeAurora Consulting
Is your patent a vanity piece of paper for your office wall? Or is it a reliable, defendable, assertable, property right? The difference is often quality.
Is your patent simply a transactional cost and a large pile of legal bills for your startup? Or is it a leverageable asset worthy of attracting precious investment dollars, worth its cost in multiples of valuation? The difference is often quality.
Is your patent application only good enough to get through the examination process? Or has it been crafted to stand the tests of time and varied audiences if you later need to assert that document against an infringer, find yourself litigating with it in an Article 3 Court at the hands of a judge and jury, God forbid, end up having to defend its validity at the PTAB, or even needing to use it to block pirated imports at the International Trade Commission? The difference is often quality.
Quality will be our focus for a good chunk of the remainder of this season. What goes into a quality patent, and where possible, how do you get it without breaking the bank?
** Episode Overview **
In this first episode of our quality series, Kristen Hansen and the panel discuss:
⦿ What do we mean when we say patent quality?
⦿ Why is patent quality important?
⦿ How to balance quality and budget
⦿ The importance of searching, continuations, and draftsperson domain expertise
⦿ Very practical tips, tricks, examples, and Kristen’s Musts for drafting quality applications
https://www.aurorapatents.com/patently-strategic-podcast.html
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Convergence of IT and Traditional OT
What was air gapped and proprietary is now connected and general purpose
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Run on specialized hardware
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Connected by copper and twisted
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Running mainstream IT operating
systems
Increasingly connected to wireless
technologies
3. 3
Typical SCADA Components are Vulnerable
Domain-specific technologies: Many technologies require specialized knowledge of industrial control
systems technology & communications. Enterprise IT security technologies are not ICS-aware
Operational Technology deficiencies: PLCs and RTUs are low computational computers built for
controlling physical components such as valves, pumps, motors, etc.
Lack of authentication
Lack of encryption
Backdoors
Buffer overflow
Tailored attacks on physical
control components
5. 5
ICS Cybersecurity: Making the Headlines
A Worm in the Centrifuge- Stuxnet
30 Sept. 2010
An unusually sophisticated cyber-weapon is
mysterious but important. A new software
“worm” called Stuxnet …
A Cyberattack Has Caused Confirmed
Physical Damage
30 Sept. 2015
Massive damage by manipulating and
disrupting control systems at German steel mill
U.S. Finds Proof: Cyberattack on Ukraine
Power Grid
3 Feb. 2016
Almost immediately, investigators found
indications of a malware called BlackEnergy.
Industroyer; A Cyberweapon can disrupt Power Grids
12 June 2017
Hackers allied with the Russian government have devised a
cyberweapon that has the potential to be the most disruptive
yet against electric systems that Americans depend on for
daily life, according to U.S. researchers.
The Ukraine’s Power Outage Was a Cyber Attack
18 Jan. 2017
A power blackout in Ukraine's capital Kiev last month was
caused by a cyber attack and investigators are trying to
trace other potentially infected computers.
Hackers halt plant operations in watershed cyberattack
15 Dec. 2017
Schneider confirmed that the incident had occurred and that
it had issued a security alert to users of Triconex, which
cyber experts said is widely used in the energy industry,
including at nuclear facilities, and oil and gas plants.
Triton: hackers take out safety systems in
'watershed' attack on energy plant
15 Dec. 2017
Sophisticated malware halts operations at
power station in unprecedented attack which
experts believe was state-sponsored
6. 6
Top Threat Vectors for OT - 2017 SANS Survey
What are the top three threat vectors you are most concerned with? Rank the top three, with
“First” being the threat of highest concern.
0% 10% 20% 30% 40%
Other
Industrial espionage
Internal threat (intentional)
External threats (supply chain or partnerships)
Integration of IT into control system networks
Malware families spreading indiscriminately
Phishing scams
Extortion, ransomware or other financially…
External threats (hacktivism, nation states)
Internal threat (accidental)
Devices and “things” (that cannot protect…
First Second Third
Source: SANs: The 2017 State of Industrial Control System Security: July 2017
7. 7
2017 SANS Survey: Security Technologies In Use
0% 10% 20% 30% 40% 50% 60% 70% 80% 90%
Anti-malware/Antivirus
Access controls
Assessment and audit
User and application access controls
Monitoring and log analysis
Vulnerability scanning
Security awareness training for staff,…
Asset identification and management
Control system network security monitoring…
Industrial intrusion prevention systems (IPS)
Industrial intrusion detection systems (IDS)
In Use Planned
What security technologies or solutions do you currently have in use? What new technologies
or solutions would you most want to add for control system security in the next 18 months?
Source: SANs: The 2017 State of Industrial Control System Security: July 2017
8. 8
Capabilities Required of an Integrated Solution
Rapidly Detect Cybersecurity
Vulnerabilities, Threats
and Incidents
Reduce
Troubleshooting and
Remediation Efforts
Quickly Recognize and
Remediate Operational
Anomalies
Track Industrial Assets
and Corresponding
Cybersecurity Risks
Deploy at Enterprise
Scale with Proven
Performance
Centrally Supervise and
Monitor Distributed
Networks
11. 11
SIEM SOC Corporate
Firewall
Remote
Access
Historian Firewall DNS
Local SCADA
& HMI
Local SCADA
& HMI
Local SCADA
& HMI
www
Site #1 Site #2 Site #N
PLCs RTUs PLCs RTUs PLCs RTUs
Comprehensive Security for ICS
Level 4
Production
Scheduling
Level 3
Production
Control
Level 2
Plant
Supervisory
Level 1
Direct Control
Level 0
Field Level
Selected threats
detected
• Monitoring of remote access connection to networks
• Connection to Internetcorporate network DMZ
• MITM & Scanning Attacks (Port, Network)
• Unauthorized cross level communication
• IP conflicts
• Weak passwords (FTP /
TFPTP / RDP / DCERPC)
• Traffic activity summaries
Bad configurations (NTP /
DNS / DHCP/ etc.)
• Network topologies
• Used ports of assets
• Unencrypted
communications (Telnet)
• Insecure Internet
connections
• Anomalous protocol behavior
• Online edits to PLC projects
• Communication changes
• Configuration downloads
• New assets in the network
• Non-responsive assets
• Corrupted OT packets
• Firmware downloads
• Logic changes
• Authentication to PLCs
• PLC actions (Start, Stop, Monitor, Run, Reboot,
Program, Test)
• Fieldbus I/O monitoring
12. 12
SCADAguardian with FortiGate
Automatically learns ICS
behavior and detects
suspicious activities
Security Policy
Enforcement
Flexibility to enforce security policies
with different degree of granularity
Deep understanding of all
key SCADA protocols, open
and proprietary
Active Traffic
Control
Proactive filtering of malicious and
unauthorized network traffic
Real-time passive monitoring guarantees
no performance impact and permits
visibility at different layers of the Control
and Process Networks
In-line
Protection
In-line separation between IT
and OT environments
Turn–key Internal and
Perimeter Visibility
Fine Tuning, Control and
Monitoring of the Firewall Ruleset
Proactive SCADA
Security
Behavioral
Analysis
Deep SCADA
Understanding
Non-intrusive
Passive
Monitoring
13. 13
Fortinet / Nozomi Networks Integrated Solution
Full Protection, Visibility and
Monitoring Thanks to Nozomi
Networks and Fortinet
The Nozomi Networks solution
passively monitors the network,
thus not affecting the performance
of the control system
The appliance is connected to the
system via a SPAN or mirror port
on a switch
Valve
Fan
Pump
14. 14
Responding to Threats in Real Time
Monitor
A threat is detected by SCADAguardian
and an alert is generated
Detect
User-defined policies are examined
and the appropriate corresponding
action is triggered
Protect
FortiGate responds according to the user-
configured action (Node Blocking, Link
Blocking, or Kill Session) in order to
mitigate the issue
2
1
3
Valve
Fan
Pump
3
1
2
15. 15
Three Use Case Scenarios: Blocking Attack Vectors
Blocking Reconnaissance
Activity
Blocking Unauthorized Activity
Blocking Advanced Malware or
Zero Day Attack
New unknown node joins trusted
control network (or process
network)
SCADAguardian detects it and
triggers alert to FortiGate
FortiGate enforces policy and
blocks node from all access
Node in trusted networks issues
a command to reprogram a PLC
SCADAguardian detects anomaly
and triggers alert to FortiGate
FortiGate enforces policy and
blocks communication
SCADA Master changes process
in subtle way towards a critical
state
SCADAguardian detects anomaly
and triggers alert for FortiGate
FortiGate enforces policy and
blocks SCADA Master from all
access
1 2 3
21. 21
Nozomi Networks: Leading ICS Cybersecurity
Since Oct 2013 ~$24m invested
+200,000 Monitored
+200 Global Installations
FOUNDED
DEVICES
CUSTOMERS
SERVING VERTICALS
Editor's Notes
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