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Practical thinking on ICS/OT cybersecurity, from asset inventory to AI, written by the Novaigu team.

Featured · Guides4 min read

What Is OT Security? A Practical Guide for Industrial Operators

OT security protects the systems that run physical processes. Learn how it differs from IT security, the risks operators face, and where to start.

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Guides3 min read

Data Diodes and Unidirectional Gateways: When One-Way Is the Right Way

How one-way data transfer protects OT networks, how it differs from a firewall, and how to move data out and updates in without opening the control network.

Compliance4 min read

IEC 62443 Explained: Zones, Conduits and Security Levels

A plain-language guide to the ISA/IEC 62443 series: how it is organized, what zones, conduits and security levels mean, and how to apply them.

Compliance4 min read

NERC CIP Explained: A Plain-Language Guide to the Standards

What NERC CIP requires of North American utilities: impact ratings, each CIP standard in brief, and how to build evidence without slowing operations.

Compliance3 min read

NIS2 for Industrial Operators: What the Directive Means for OT

Which industrial organizations NIS2 covers, the security measures and reporting deadlines it sets, and how OT teams can turn them into a plan.

Guides4 min read

OT Asset Inventory: How to Build One Without Agents, SPANs or TAPs

An accurate OT asset inventory is the base of every security program. Compare the ways to build one, what to record, and how to keep it current.

Guides3 min read

OT Patch Management: Why "Just Patch It" Fails, and What Works Instead

Patching industrial systems takes planning, vendor approval and downtime. Learn a practical OT patch process and the compensating controls for what you can't patch.

Guides3 min read

OT Security Assessments: What to Expect, and How to Prepare

The types of OT security assessment, what happens at each stage, what you should receive at the end, and how to prepare your team and site.

Guides3 min read

OT Vulnerability Management: Prioritizing by Real Risk, Not Just CVSS

OT sites have more known vulnerabilities than they can fix. Learn how to prioritize with exploitation data, network reachability and asset criticality.

Guides5 min read

The Purdue Model Explained: A Practical Guide to OT Network Segmentation

The Purdue model splits industrial networks into levels, from field devices to the enterprise. Learn each level and how to use it to segment OT.

Cybersecurity Insights2 min read

Unlocking the Potential: How AI Can Revolutionize the Security of Your Critical Infrastructure!

As cyber threats become more sophisticated, securing critical infrastructure has become an increasingly complex challenge.

Industry Trends3 min read

Empowering Cyber Resilience: Unveiling the must have Strategies to Safeguard Critical Infrastructure

Strengthen your critical infrastructure with key strategies for cyber resilience. Discover best practices for asset inventory, network segmentation, and threat detection to safeguard against emerging cyber threats.

Cybersecurity Insights3 min read

Mitigating Remote Access Risks in OT Environments

Learn how to mitigate remote access risks in OT environments. Discover strategies for improving security, including network segmentation, MFA, and Zero Trust Architecture, to safeguard critical infrastructure from cyber threats.

Novaigu News1 min read

Novaigu Leveling Up: Enhancing Security with Hirschmann Switch

Novaigu is leveling up with support for Hirschmann switches, enhancing automated configuration analysis and hardening for industrial network security. Discover more about this exciting update!

Cybersecurity Insights2 min read

The ROI in threat intelligence solutions vs enforcing industrial security "101" in ICS/OT

Explore the ROI of threat intelligence solutions versus enforcing industrial security standards in ICS/OT. Learn how proactive defenses enhance cybersecurity and address challenges in critical infrastructure.

Cybersecurity Insights4 min read

Uncovering insider threats in critical infrastructure is a major concern for the banking sector

Insider threats in banking are on the rise. As the sector embraces digital operations, the risk from insiders leveraging their access grows. Learn how Novaigu’s proactive cybersecurity solutions help financial institutions defend against threats in critical infrastructure and safeguard critical assets.

Novaigu News1 min read

How Can Artificial Intelligence Transform Cyber Security Operations?

Discover how AI is transforming cyber security operations by automating compliance, knowledge management, and risk mitigation. Learn how Novaigu is solving industry challenges with innovative AI solutions.

Industry Trends3 min read

Adopting New Cyber Technologies - The Additional Footprint

Adopting new cyber technologies often involves significant costs and complexities, including additional hardware, software, and personnel. Learn how Novaigu's adaptable, agentless solutions minimize these footprints and reduce adoption costs.

Industry Trends2 min read

Asset Inventory Management - Asking The Right Questions

Learn the essential questions to ask when managing your asset inventory. Understand the importance of identifying, classifying, and tracking your assets for an effective cybersecurity strategy.

Industry Trends2 min read

The Large Gap in Cyber Compliance

Cybercrime is projected to cost $24 trillion by 2027. Learn how the large gap in cyber compliance, especially in manufacturing, power, and oil & gas, put organizations at risk. Discover solutions to close these gaps and enhance your cybersecurity efforts.

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