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OMICRON Threat Intelligence (OTI)

The OTI service bridges the "knowledge gap" between IT and electrical engineering by combining traditional threat intelligence data with deep-seated OT expertise, original manufacturer information, and comprehensive protocol support.

Where Compliance Meets Visibility

StationGuard’s Role in IEC 62443 Cybersecurity

Swiss Cybersecurity Regulations in the Energy Sector

In order to ensure long-term security of supply, Switzerland has developed specific regulations in recent years that provide operators of critical infrastructure with a clear framework for action.

Lessons learned from IDS Deployments in Over 100 Energy Facilities

This paper presents a comprehensive analysis of the security issues found in over 100 global energy facilities, including substations, power plants, and control centers.

Navigating Cybersecurity in Power Systems

In this episode, Simon Rommer explores the critical role of TI and OT power systems cybersecurity with Jose Paredes.

Differences in Risk Management Between IT and OT

Understanding risks in operational technology requires a different mindset than in IT — because in OT, digital vulnerabilities can quickly translate into physical consequences.

Why Should You Talk About Incident Response?

In our cybersecurity podcast miniseries, experts share why talking about incident response today is key to being prepared tomorrow.

Asset Inventory Guidance from CISA and BSI

The CISA, in collaboration with the German BSI and other organizations, published recommendations for managing asset inventories.

Major Updates for StationGuard Sensor and GridOps

The new versions of StationGuard Sensor and GridOps are here — with features that further simplify operations and detection across your OT network.

Po­si­tion Pa­per: BSI Cal­ls For More Cy­ber­se­cu­rity in the En­ergy Sec­tor

In the position paper, the German Federal Office for Information Security (BSI) expresses concern over the critical threat situation in the energy sector.

Reliable Vulnerability Management in OT systems - Even Without CVE?

On 16 April, funding for the CVE and CWE programs is coming to an end, and with it the continued existence of the CVE database.

From NIS2 to StromVV

The EU's NIS2 Directive and similar regulations in the USA, Singapore, Australia, and Switzerland aim to enhance security measures across various sectors.

The Importance of Identification in Cybersecurity Incident Response

Simon Rommer and Johann Stockinger speak about the importance of identification, which is the second step in the incident response process.

New Recommended Actions by the BSI

The German Federal Office for Information Security (BSI) has published new recommendations for securing the OT of distribution network operators.

Cy­ber­se­cu­rity Pre­pared­ness in the En­ergy Sec­tor

In this episode, Simon Rommer speaks with Tibor Külkey from ALSEC Cybersecurity Consulting, Simon and Tibor discuss the critical importance of preparation.

CISA Releases 13 OT Security Advisories

CISA published 13 security advisories for OT systems. These security advisories describe vulnerabilities in systems that are used in power grids worldwide.

OMICRON OT Vulnerability Report 2024

By analyzing thousands of vulnerabilities, this report highlights trends in publication, predominant weaknesses, and attack vectors in the OT sector.

New Standards for OT Security

A new version of the ISO 27019 standard has just been released. This standard is highly relevant for information security certifications.

NIS2 - Is It a Miss Too?

Today, October 17, 2024, is the deadline for EU Member States to transpose the NIS2 Directive (2022/2555) into national law.

Unmasking 802.1x Vulnerabilities

Without network access control (NAC), hackers can plug into the Ethernet switches of critical control networks in substations and control centers.

Past & Future Disaster Recovery for the Power Grid

In the first episode of our miniseries, Andreas Klien & Simon Rommer explore the critical roles of IT & OT in cyber incident response & disaster recovery.

Cybersecurity Podcast Miniseries

This miniseries "Cybersecurity in the Power Grid" provides you with a 360-degree view of how you can best safeguard your infrastructure from cyber attacks.

Internet-Connected OT Devices

Are your operational technology (OT) devices connected to external networks? If yes, this presents an alarming but often overlooked threat.

Critical Vulnerability in Siemens OT Systems

NIST has identified a vulnerability in SICAM SCADA systems that could allow an unauthorized individual to gain administrator rights on the OT systems.

Minimizing Cybersecurity Vulnerabilities at the Hardware Level

Why do hardware devices, in addition to software, need to be secured against cyber threats. OMICRON hardware developer Marcel Ströhle is the guest.

StationGuard 2.40 – New Usability Upgrades

The new version brings along many usability upgrades, incl. MMS server availability, improved router behavior, and more …

Vulnerability Management in Practice

Gath­er­ ad­vi­sories, up­date your GridOps vul­ner­a­bil­ity data­base, tend to your as­set in­ven­tory, vul­ner­a­bil­ity match­ing, & risk as­sess­ment.

NIST Cybersecurity Framework 2.0 at a Glance

On February 26, 2024 the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) published the second version of the NIST Cybersecurity Framework (CSF 2.0).

State of the Art in Vulnerability Management

With the German IT Security Act, energy utility operators are required to adhere to the "state of the art" to manage cyber risks effectively.

StationGuard 2.30 – Improved Efficiency for Intrusion Detection

With StationGuard 2.30, you can imrove your workflows. The intrusion detection system (IDS) enables you to monitor Ethernet networks in the power grid.

Build Trust in Digital Products in the Power Grid

In this podcast episode, Andreas Klien, discusses the security engineering of digital products used in the power grid with his guest, Sarah Fluchs.

StationGuard Receives Security Certificate from the BSI

The German Federal Office for Information Security (BSI) has tested our StationGuard and awarded us the IT security certificate (BSZ) as a result.

Why Do OT Networks Need an IDS?

Discover the challenges faced by power providers and practical recommendations for enhancing OT network security.

Vulnerability Management in Substations and Power Plants

Learn how vulnerability management tools ensure a more effective cybersecurity in power grids.