OT Ransomware on the Rise – How to Protect Your Operations and Business
OT ransomware is a growing threat to any organization that relies on ICS/OT to power its operations. Whether securing critical infrastructure or ensuring the continuity of manufacturing, pharmaceuticals, food and beverage production, or other industrial processes, protecting these environments is essential. Ransomware attacks can halt operations, disrupt supply chains, and cause significant financial and reputational damage. This webcast will bring together leading ICS/OT security experts to discuss:
- Why OT ransomware is a rising concern across industries that rely on ICS/OT, from critical infrastructure to manufacturing, pharmaceuticals, and consumer goods.
- The business and operational impact of an OT ransomware attack—from downtime and lost revenue to safety risks and regulatory penalties.
- How to invest in the right security training and skills to protect operations from ransomware threats.
- The Five ICS Cybersecurity Critical Controls—a proven framework for defending against ransomware in OT environments.
- Building a ransomware response playbook for OT environments, featuring real-world insights and best practices.
To dive deeper into the ransomware response strategies covered in this webcast, download the companion white paper, A Simple Framework for OT Ransomware Preparation, by SANS Instructor Lesley Carhart. It provides a guide to building OT-specific response playbooks — focused on life safety, operational continuity, and cross-functional collaboration.
