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Welcome to "The Connected Frontier," the podcast exploring the cutting edge of technology and its impact on our world.  Today, we're continuing the conversation on a topic we started in our first episode: securing the Industrial Internet of Things, or IIoT.  This is the third episode and we will be focusing on cybersecurity risks posed by humans.

This episode explores the crucial role of the human element in securing the Industrial Internet of Things (IIoT). The podcast emphasizes that while technology is vital, human actions—both accidental and malicious—often pose the greatest threat to IIoT security. It delves into common vulnerabilities like weak passwords and phishing, and highlights how human vigilance prevented a potential disaster at the Oldsmar water treatment plant. The show proposes a multi-faceted approach to transform human vulnerability into a strong defense, focusing on comprehensive, tailored training, fostering a security-first culture, and implementing strict access controls. Ultimately, people are the most important defense in the evolving landscape of IIoT security. 

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Welcome to "The Connected Frontier," the podcast exploring the cutting edge of technology and its impact on our world.  Today, we're continuing the conversation on a topic we started in our first episode: securing the Industrial Internet of Things, or IIoT.  This is the second episode and we will be focusing on why we need to expand our security strategy beyond just using a firewall and thinking that we are safe.

For years, the trusty firewall has been our digital guardian, standing at the perimeter, keeping threats out. But in the era of IIoT, where operational technology, or OT, is increasingly connected to IT networks, that traditional "castle-and-moat" defense simply isn't enough. The landscape has changed dramatically, and so must our strategies.

Today, we're going to explore how organizations can move "beyond the firewall" with advanced, actionable mitigation strategies. We'll talk about robust network segmentation, the power of multi-factor authentication, the absolute necessity of end-to-end encryption, and the critical role of continuous monitoring and visibility. So, let's get started.

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Welcome to "The Connected Frontier," where we explore the cutting edge of technology and its impact on our world. In this episode, we delve into the critical topic of securing the Industrial Internet of Things (IIoT), a rapidly expanding landscape transforming modern industries. We examine the inherent vulnerabilities within IIoT devices, communication protocols, and network architectures, highlighting how these weaknesses pave the way for various cyberattacks like ransomware, DoS, and sophisticated APTs. The discussion also covers the often-overlooked human element and supply chain risks, underscoring how crucial a proactive and multi-layered security approach is to protect not just data, but also lives and livelihoods in this interconnected frontier. 

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