Overview
Industrial Control Systems (ICS) and Operational Technology (OT) security faces critical capability gaps with only 31% of organizations maintaining dedicated SOC capabilities. Recent implementations of ICS-specific controls show promise, but 46% of attacks originate from compromised IT networks
Whom it may concern
- Critical Infrastructure Operators
- ICS/OT Security Teams
- Risk Management Officers
- Compliance Managers
Key Findings
- Only 31% have ICS/OT-specific SOC capabilities
- 46% of attacks originate from IT network compromises
- 52% have dedicated ICS/OT incident response plans
- SANS Five ICS Cybersecurity Critical Controls provide essential framework
Risk Analysis
- Probability: High (based on attack frequency)
- Impact: Severe (physical damage potential)
- Current Controls: Insufficient (69% lack proper SOC)
- Risk Vector: IT-to-OT attack propagation
Action Items
- Implement ICS-specific network monitoring
- Develop dedicated incident response capabilities
- Allocate separate ICS/OT security budget
- Deploy SANS Five Critical Controls
Sources
- [The Hacker News](https://thehackernews.com/2025/01/the-high-stakes-disconnect-for-icsot.html)
- [SANS 2024 ICS/OT Cybersecurity Survey]()
