Due to the increased networking of computers and machines in industry, it is important to focus not only on IT security but also on OT security, i.e. security in production, or more precisely, in control technology. Because, before the data from a sensor ends up in the company network, it passes through several levels:
Each of these processing levels has its own interface that must be protected from cyber criminals. This makes a holistic security concept necessary.
The radar sensor is certified according to IEC 62443-4-2. It therefore fulfils the highest standards in cyber security, because this international standard defines security requirements for hardware as well as software. VEGAPULS 6X is protected by a “defence-in-depth” strategy, i.e. a multi-tiered security concept that comprises different IT security levels. The radar sensor is protected against, among other things,
The instrument is also equipped with wide-ranging security functions:
The radar sensor VEGAPULS 6X is delivered in different security levels according to requirements – in the highest levels a two-factor authentication is necessary.
In the following video, Jürgen and Stefan walk through the VEGA IT department, explaining what has to be considered early in the development stage in order to build a secure sensor.
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