
Damage in Germany too
A major cyberattack targets a security vulnerability that was actually closed at the beginning of 2021. However, some IT managers have not done their homework. Companies from Germany are among the victims.
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A major cyberattack targets a security vulnerability that was actually closed at the beginning of 2021. However, some IT managers have not done their homework. Companies from Germany are among the victims.

The text robot ChatGPT from the US start-up OpenAI amazes with its polished dialogs and has triggered a lot of hype around the topic of artificial intelligence. However, scientists still have important questions to ask and warn of data protection loopholes and other risks.

Otorio's research team has discovered two significant vulnerabilities in the Siemens Automation License Manager (ALM) component used in a variety of Siemens products including TIA, WinCC, Historian and PCS7 servers.

Anyone who uses the internet can also fall victim to attacks. The cybercriminal scene is growing - and with it the danger for companies and authorities, says a security expert.

Schneider Electric and BitSight are pooling their expertise to make OT systems more resilient to cyber risks. Other OT providers are also invited to take part in the project.

Advancing digitalization is placing new demands on companies. It is no longer enough to use the internet for operations, companies must also arm themselves against digital attacks: not all business leaders in the North East are aware of this.
It is becoming increasingly difficult to separate functions that take place in the cloud from functions that are executed at the edge - both worlds are becoming more and more completely dependent on each other. What security risks does this create and how can they be eliminated?
Systematically maintaining the cyber security of products in the field over the entire product life cycle is the task of PSIRT - the Product Security Incident Response Teams.

Interview with Michael Walser, Sematicon
How vulnerable are OT environments? Companies can get an idea at the ISH at Munich Airport. Michael Walser, CTO at Sematicon, explains which risks companies should be aware of.

The Information Security Hub (ISH) at Munich Airport is an immersive training facility where cyberattacks are simulated. Marc Lindike, Head of Information Security Assurance at Munich Airport, explains the aims of this unique environment in an interview.