Adrian Johnson
TLDR:
- Manufacturing organizations are dissatisfied with their cyber security providers.
- 78% of manufacturing organizations have experienced cyber attacks.
Recent findings from e2e-assure have revealed that manufacturing organizations are increasingly dissatisfied with their cyber security providers. A significant 75% of organizations report dissatisfaction, citing underperformance and a pressing need for enhanced cyber defense mechanisms. This discontent is further emphasized by the fact that 78% of these organizations have experienced cyber attacks, yet only 19% feel resilient against such threats.
The transition towards Smart Manufacturing has significantly increased the sector’s vulnerability to cyber threats, making manufacturers prime targets for cybercriminals. The majority of manufacturers rely on outsourcing for cyber security operations, but dissatisfaction with these services has prompted a reconsideration, with 53% of respondents looking to bring operations in-house or adopt a hybrid model.
Chief Information Security Officers (CISOs) within the manufacturing sector express a lack of confidence in their use of threat intelligence, citing issues such as false positives, lack of proactive measures, and subpar service level agreement (SLA) response times. The CEO of e2e-assure, Rob Demain, emphasizes the need for a paradigm shift in cyber defense providers, advocating for collaboration and flexible, high-quality solutions accessible to organizations of all sizes.
The manufacturing sector’s demand for better cyber security measures highlights the evolving landscape of cyber threats and the need for more effective, tailored solutions. As industries turn towards in-house and hybrid models, the cyber security industry must adapt to meet these changing needs to safeguard operations in the digital age and ensure global supply chain security.
