BSI updates security analysis on OPC UA
In its study "Security analysis on OPC UA", the BSI evaluates the specified and implemented security functions of OPC UA. Among other things, the focus was on the search for security vulnerabilities.
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In its study "Security analysis on OPC UA", the BSI evaluates the specified and implemented security functions of OPC UA. Among other things, the focus was on the search for security vulnerabilities.

followed up! - with Steffen Ullrich, Genoa
In the wake of the Russia-Ukraine conflict, the BSI is warning of Russian hacker attacks. IT security researcher Steffen Ullrich explains the danger for German companies and what protective measures should be taken.

Hackers sought out a seemingly unusual target on Wednesday night: residents of Vienna's city center were rung out of bed because of a hacker attack on St. Stephen's Cathedral.

In order to reduce the risk of Russian cyber attacks in Germany, the BSI is warning against the use of anti-virus software from the Russian manufacturer Kaspersky. This provider's software should be replaced by alternative products, the BSI advised on Tuesday.
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Google wants to buy the IT security specialist Mandiant. Both companies have signed an agreement to this effect. The antitrust authorities still have to give their approval.

From voice assistants to industrial machines, a lot of data is generated these days. But who can use this data for what? The EU Commission sees huge potential. The main beneficiaries should be consumers, but also companies.
Industrial security is a 'moving target'. This means that everyone involved must also keep moving and constantly put the available tools to the test. This also applies to user administration.
The complexity of communication and production networks will continue to grow. It is almost impossible for the human brain to penetrate. This is also becoming a problem for the cyber security of industrial plants. Support is coming from AI security research.

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