Adrian Johnson
TLDR:
- IEC 62443 is a key IoT standard for combating cyber-attacks in Industry 4.0
- The standard sets best practices for security and assesses security performance
SGS, a leading testing, inspection, and certification company, highlights the importance of IEC 62443 in the context of Industry 4.0. This standard provides guidelines for ensuring secure industrial automation and control systems in the face of increasing cyber threats. Industry 4.0 brings benefits such as efficiency and sustainability, but also exposes systems to vulnerabilities that can be exploited by cybercriminals.
The article discusses a real-world example of the US Colonial Pipeline shutdown due to a cyberattack, emphasizing the need for robust cybersecurity measures in the industrial sector. Business continuity and evolving regulatory landscape are identified as key industrial drivers for implementing cybersecurity measures.
IEC 62443, organized into multiple parts, defines requirements for manufacturers, integrators, and operators across different industries. SGS Brightsight offers dedicated services to help companies comply with and benefit from IEC 62443, including training sessions, pre-evaluation, security evaluations, and certification.
