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August 2010 |
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| Featured Articles |
Keep Controls Network Separate From Business Network
Control Design, June 2010
By Steve Perry, Barber Foods
Physically separate the controls network from the business network. Minimize the number of connections between the two networks, and implement tight restrictions on the traffic across those connections.
Plant Security Deserves More Attention
Chemical Processing, June 2010
By Mark Rosenzweig
In today's world a lax approach to security is indefensible, particularly at sites that handle hazardous chemicals,but government mandates and industry self interest are fostering progress.
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Plant Video: Opening Secret Corners of the Plant
Automation World, June 2010
Cameras have become an inexpensive way to view the world, and now they’re being introduced into human-machine interface/supervisory control and data acquisition (HMI/SCADA).
Questions of Security
Control Engineering Asia, May 2010
By Matthew Luallen and Steven Hamburg
While the awareness of potential cyber security threats to industrial control systems has increased over the last few years, a recent survey reveals some still significant gaps in users’ defenses.
Could Cyber Terrorists Attack Our Company?
Control, June 2010
By John Cusimano and Eric Byres
When cyber-related events cause outages and plant shutdowns—whether they were caused by accident, employee, hacker or terrorist—the first question should be, "What made our system unstable and susceptible, and what can we do to prevent it from happening again"?
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| White Papers |
IP Video Surveillance
By Cisco
IP-based video surveillance is the next step in the evolution of video surveillance technology. By connecting to the existing IP infrastructure, the video surveillance system becomes part of the data network and can be integrated with other business systems to provide enhanced surveillance capabilities.
Meeting NERC Change Control Requirements for HMI/SCADA and Control Systems
By GE Intelligent Platforms
NERC’s standards for Critical Infrastructure Protection (CIP) apply to various critical assets, and this paper demonstrates how Change Control principles can help protect two specific asset types: SCADA and control systems.
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| Featured Training |
Mission Critical Network Design Seminar
September 19, 2010 - September 22, 2010
Location: Orlando, FL, U.S.
The seminar is intended for system integrators; network design engineers with OEMs or Engineering Procurement and Construction firms; and anyone involved with the design, implementation and maintenance of mission critical Ethernet networks. Attendees will learn how to effectively reduce costs and installation time by implementing a highly resilient network design.
Industrial Networking & Security
September 27, 2010 - October 1, 2010
Location: Research Triangle Park, NC, USA
In this course, you will learn about the latest developments in networking, including practical tips on designing, implementing and testing TCP/IP-based networks and how to apply them securely and reliably in an Industrial environment.
Introduction to Industrial Automation Security and the ANSI/ISA99 Standards
October 7, 2010
Location: Houston, TX, USA
This seminar teaches you the basics of the ANSI/ISA99 Security for Industrial Automation and Control Systems standards and how these can be applied in the typical factory or plant.
OPC Foundation Training Class - Boston
October 12, 2010
Location: Boston, MA, USA
This vendor sponsored seminar will include an overview of OPC Classic including Data Access, Historical Data Access and Alarms and Events all with hands-on demonstrations. The seminar will also include a review of OPC Compliance and OPC UA, including Security and Platform Independence.
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| Company & Organizational News |
Virus affecting Simatic WinCC SCADA systems
The Trojan, which spreads via USB sticks and uses a Microsoft security breach, can affect Windows computers from XP upward.
Terrorists Attack Hydropower Plant in Russia
Power, July 2010
At least four militants reportedly stormed into a hydropower plant in Russia’s volatile North Caucasus region early this morning, shooting dead two security guards before detonating four bombs in a turbine hall and shutting down the plant. The 74-year-old, 25-MW Baksanskaya station will be shut for at least six weeks and up to two months.
ISA Security Compliance Institute Publishes Test Requirements
The Lab Accreditation and Test Tool Recognition Requirements form a key element of the overall ISA Secure Embedded Device Security Assurance (EDSA) certification program.
ARC says Cyber Security Market Driven by Risk
National risks are becoming more of a concern and entering the risk equation in the form of regulations, compliance, and the possibility of financial penalties.
Yokogawa appoints Graham Speake Principal Systems Architect
Speake will address ISA’s activities around system security such as support of the ISA-99 standard committee and the Security Compliance Institute (ISCI).
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| Featured Events |
Security Expo 2010 Conference & Exhibition
September 1, 2010 - September 3, 2010
Location: Sydney, Australia
The Security 2010 Exhibition will showcase the most advanced SCEC-approved products, the latest in security technology, IT security, services and systems from over 140 leading security industry manufacturers from Australia and beyond.
AWWA Water Security Congress
September 19, 2010 - September 22, 2010
Location: National Hsrbor, MD, USA
AWWA’s 2010 Water Security Congress and Distribution Systems Symposium (DSS) and Exposition will be held in one location at one time. Each conference will have its own distinct technical programs, but the exhibit hall will be shared.
ISA Automation Week
October 4, 2010 - October 6, 2010
Location: Houston, TX, USA
ISA Automation Week 2010 will feature intensive educational and applications-based technical conference sessions delivered by subject matter experts. Discrete and process automation professionals will have a chance to learn innovative techniques and solutions for creating more efficient, productive, and economical manufacturing processes.
Automation Fair
November 3, 2010 - November 4, 2010
Location: Orlando, FL, United States
Discover smart, safe, sustainable manufacturing at Automation Fair® 2010. Attend in-depth tech sessions and hands-on labs. Visit more than 100 exhibits and displays. Learn best practices at specialized industry forums. As always, there’s no charge to attend Automation Fair – it’s all free.
Security Conference and Exhibition
November 16, 2010 - November 17, 2010
Location: Washington, DC, USA
The 11th Annual Security Conference and Exhibition delivers serious training for government practitioners, keynote addresses by top-level industry experts, and essential networking opportunities with your peers.
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