OT Cybersecurity for Pharmaceuticals
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Pharmaceutical technology is an industry that is especially vulnerable to cyberattacks, as its equipment has become highly digitized. Digital components of production lines, such as sensors and data-gathering equipment, are possible attack surfaces for a data intrusion or large-scale disruption. LeveL5Cyber’s OT cybersecurity for Pharmaceuticals aids in keeping operations safer and more secure, protecting both business interests and public health.
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LeveL5Cyber offers advisory services that enable businesses to scale their operations and combat evolving threats. Our experts leverage decades of experience to provide solutions that optimize cybersecurity capabilities and drive towards program maturity.
OT Cybersecurity for Pharmaceuticals
While IT and the protection of sensitive information is a major concern in the pharmaceutical industry, securing operational technology is equally necessary. Operational technology cybersecurity protects physical assets such as manufacturing centers from outside interference.
Strong OT cybersecurity increases operational time and promotes safety in pharmaceutical manufacturing. OT security also integrates with IT security measures to safeguard the industry’s many types of high-value data.
Unique Threats in the Pharmaceutical Industry
Sensors, data collection devices, timers, and other tech connected to the internet may be susceptible to remote attacks. Effective OT security systems use many methods to provide layers of protection to combat these threats. Firewalls, DMZs, physical isolation of servers and equipment, and continuous monitoring can all help to reduce the risk and potential damage of cyberattacks in the pharmaceutical industry.
Where We Fit In
LeveL5Cyber has decades of hands-on experience working in pharmaceutical cybersecurity services to address their specific needs and requirements. Our team understands the unique challenges and processes that exist and how to bolster cyber defenses within these arenas.
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Comprehensive Pharmaceutical Cybersecurity Services
LeveL5Cyber is a group of security leaders with expert experience in helping to safeguard mission-critical environments. Contact us today for more information about advanced OT cybersecurity for pharmaceuticals.
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Frequently Asked Questions
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A strong OT cybersecurity program is fundamental to a sustainable business operation and can potentially enhance system reliability and availability. This includes minimizing unintentional OT system information security impacts from inappropriate testing, policies, and misconfigured systems. Cyber-attacks can also have other significant impacts, such as: Physical impacts – Including personal injury and the loss of life. Other effects include the loss of property (including data) and potential damage to the environment, Economic impacts – A second-order effect of physical impacts that ensue from an OT incident, which in turn inflict a greater economic loss on the facility, organization, or others who are dependent on the OT systems. The unavailability of critical infrastructure (e.g., electrical power, transportation) can have economic impacts far beyond the systems that sustain direct and physical damage. Social impacts - Another second-order effect is the loss of national or public confidence in an organization.
Using strong passwords, updating your software, thinking before you click on suspicious links, and turning on multi-factor authentication are the basics of what we call “cyber hygiene” and will drastically improve your online safety. These cybersecurity basics apply to both individuals and organizations. For both government and private entities, developing and implementing tailored cybersecurity plans and processes is key to protecting and maintaining business operations. As information technology becomes increasingly integrated with all aspects of our society, there is increased risk for wide scale or high-consequence events that could cause harm or disrupt services upon which our economy and the daily lives of millions of Americans depend.
Ransomware is an ever-evolving form of malware designed to encrypt files on a device, rendering any files and the systems that rely on them unusable. Malicious actors then demand ransom in exchange for decryption. Ransomware actors often target and threaten to sell or leak exfiltrated data or authentication information if the ransom is not paid. Ransomware incidents can severely impact business processes and leave organizations without the data they need to operate and deliver mission-critical services. Ransomware incidents have become more destructive and impactful in nature and scope. The economic and reputational impacts of ransomware incidents, throughout the initial disruption and, at times, extended recovery, have also proven challenging for organizations large and small.
The average cost of a cyber incident for the U.S. Pharmaceutical industry is significantly higher than other industries due to the level of collaboration for clinical trials and supply chain interdependencies. Additionally, the high amount of M&A often contributes to a higher security risk for the unknowing acquiring parent entity. LeveL5Cyber's team has decaddes of hands-on experience with Fortune 500 companies and stand ready to help protect our US Pharmaceutical industry from these ongoing threats.
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