[The Global Tribune] – swIDch, a leader in cybersecurity for operational technology (OT), has unveiled its innovative OTAC Trusted Access Gateway, designed to provide robust, centrally managed user authentication for programmable logic controllers (PLCs) and other OT systems without requiring any modifications to legacy devices.
As cyber threats targeting critical infrastructure rise, securing OT environments is more urgent than ever. Studies show that 80% of vulnerabilities exist deep within ICS networks, requiring adversaries to first gain access to OT systems to exploit them. Alarmingly, 81% of OT security breaches stem from weak or stolen passwords, many used on PLCs. Static passwords and outdated access control methods leave these critical systems vulnerable, threatening operational continuity and safety.
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