Study Finds Excessive Use of Remote Access Tools in OT Environments

September 10, 2024 at 10:27AM Cyber-physical systems security firm Claroty warns that excessive use of remote access tools in operational technology (OT) environments can heighten cybersecurity risks. Their analysis reveals that 55% of organizations use four or more remote access tools, with some relying on 15-16, many lacking essential security features. This poses serious security … Read more

Destructive ICS Malware ‘Fuxnet’ Used by Ukraine Against Russian Infrastructure

April 15, 2024 at 09:54AM Cybersecurity firm Claroty analyzed Fuxnet, an ICS malware used by Ukrainian hackers in attacks on Russian infrastructure. Hacker group Blackjack allegedly caused damage and exfiltrated data, claiming to disable Russia’s industrial sensor infrastructure. Claroty confirmed Fuxnet targeted 500 sensor gateways in Moscow, attempting physical destruction but likely not harmful to … Read more