A recent survey conducted by Rockwell Automation and Claroty has unveiled alarming statistics about the state of operational technology (OT) cybersecurity in Australia and New Zealand (ANZ). The whitepaper, titled “Safeguarding Australia and New Zealand’s Industrial Systems: The Importance of Operational Technology Cybersecurity,” highlights the urgent need for robust security measures in the face of increasing cyber threats.
A Growing Threat Landscape
The survey reveals that 65% of respondents detected at least one OT-related cybersecurity incident in the past year, with 20% reporting over 10 attacks. Two companies even experienced more than 100 attacks, averaging two new attacks per week. These numbers are a stark reminder of the growing threats targeting critical infrastructure, including energy, healthcare, telecommunications, mining, and food and beverage sectors.
The Disconnect Between IT and OT
One of the major challenges identified in the survey is the disconnect between IT and OT teams. A quarter of respondents admitted that their IT and OT business units are not collaborating effectively. This lingering problem stems from inadequate buy-in from…
