Claroty: 82% of CPS Attacks Use Remote Access

Claroty has released a report highlighting that 82% of attacks on cyber-physical systems (CPS) targeted remote access protocols. The findings emphasize a significant focus by hacktivists on human-machine interfaces (HMIs) and supervisory control and data acquisition (SCADA) systems. These systems are critical components of industrial control networks, often playing a pivotal role in sectors such as energy, water, and transportation.

Hacktivists have leveraged these vulnerabilities at scale, underlining the need for enhanced security measures. The growing reliance on remote access for managing CPS has unsurprisingly attracted cybercriminals seeking to exploit weaknesses. This trend illustrates the dynamic threat landscape organizations face as they integrate more connected devices into operations.

Claroty’s report serves as a call to action for firms to reassess and bolster their cybersecurity frameworks. Businesses must prioritize robust security protocols to deter such intrusions effectively. For more details, access the full Claroty report on current CPS attacks at Industrial Cyber’s website.

https://industrialcyber.co/reports/claroty-reports-82-of-cps-attacks-used-remote-access-protocols-as-hacktivists-target-hmis-and-scada-at-scale/