Smart factories – a cyber crime hotspot?
Smart factories are becoming an increasingly popular target for cyber attacks according to arecent survey from Capgemini, a global leader in technology services and digital transformation.
Smart factories are focused on a range of technologies which aim to improve output efficiency and quality through advanced/automated production cycles. But, as with any level of digitalisation, it comes with risks – most notably the risk of cyber attacks.
In the survey of 950 manufacturers the Capgemini report found that 68% now have smart factory initiatives and of those, a staggering 40% had already been targeted by hostile attackswithin the last year.
By being the early adopters of a digital transformation criminals are aware that there may be areas of weakness – especially in an industry not heavily accustomed to cyber attacks.
If you are operating in the manufacturing industry within the North East and Yorkshire andare unsure about your current cyber security – the NERBC is here to help.
The NEBRC was set up as part of a national network to protect businesses across the region from cyber crime. We work with a team of cyber specialists and ethical hackers to provide vulnerability assessments, security awareness training, and other key services to educate and support organisations on cyber security.
For further information contact us at: [email protected] or sign up to our free core membership to keep up to date with the latest cyber security matters and keep your business safe online.