FAQ Category: Agriculture

Why L5C for OT Consulting/Enablement?

03/28/2024

Where do we start? Often, we hear this question prior to doing assessments of enterprise Operational Technology (OT) cybersecurity postures. This is valid and at the forefront of any customer concerns. LeveL5Cyber approaches this topic by aligning your current capabilities and maturity with what can reduce the most risk. All gap recommendations are developed by […]

What are Industrial Control Systems (ICS)?

03/28/2024

An information system used to control industrial processes such as manufacturing, product handling, production, and distribution. Industrial control systems include supervisory control and data acquisition systems used to control geographically dispersed assets, as well as distributed control systems and smaller control systems using programmable logic controllers to control localized processes.

What kind of threats does the Agriculture industry face?

03/28/2024

The Agriculture Sector is critical and vulnerable to cyberattacks, despite having no cybersecurity requirements for control systems used in the food manufacturing process. Ransomware, malware, or other attacks can lead to delays in shipping of perishable items, shortages of necessary product, or even health emergencies (crop manipulation). Disruptions to other sectors may have a direct […]

Why does cybersecurity matter for agriculture and food security?

03/28/2024

(Needs rewrite) Digital technologies have the potential to boost agricultural productivity to meet global food demand. Internet-enabled sensors allow farmers to gather vast amounts of real-time data on growing conditions, drought, and pest control that can inform future decisions. Many farmers in the countries where USAID works also rely on digital services to gain access […]

What is ransomware and what are the impacts?

03/28/2024

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. […]