Causes and consequences IT-OT convergence

Until recently, operational technology (OT) and information technology (IT) for very different purposes in independent networks. In the wake of digital however, these networks need to be consolidated in many places due to transformation (DX). to reduce costs, increase productivity and gain or maintain competitive advantages. In more and more industries corporate networks and digital communication through the use of IIoT (Industrial Internet of Things) devices integrated into OT environments. The same applies to other IT-based technologies such as machine learning (ML) and Big Data. Most OT networks are now connected to the Internet and thus exposed to the entire threat landscape. This will make the The attack surface is significantly larger, and cybercriminals, states and hacktivists can use OT systems faster and easier.

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