Security measures – an overview To achieve security in an automation system, a holistic approach is necessary. An adequate security concept must be drawn up that covers technologies used, the defined processes, and the people involved. Both technological and organizational measures must be taken into account. Many… Read More
Security Profile: PLCnext Technology security hardening To use PLCnext Technology as an IEC 62443-4-1/4-2 certified component, the activation of the Security Profile is mandatory. In addition, the automation system design must fit the security context and the generic use cases described in this PLCnext Technology ‑ Security Info Center. With activated Security Profile PLCnext Technology supports the following functions:… Read More
Periodic security maintenance activities You must check regularly: user roles and permissions password complexity rules and password changes firewall settings all security-related settings the product download area for firmware updates the PSIRT webpage for known security vulnerabilities Security functionality verification… Read More
Security Profile: Use cases and security context PLCnext Technology is supporting different security use cases. There are PLCnext Control devices that are equipped with Security Profile and devices that are secure by default. Check which device you are using in the PLCnext Control topic. Openness is the leading approach, security is… Read More
Example: Secured OPC UA Communication On the ‘Security’ page of the ‘OPC UA’ PLANT tree node, you can specify settings regarding certificates and authentication which must be performed successfully in order to establish a secure connection between OPC UA clients and the OPC UA server. Furthermore, you can… Read More
