Kaspersky introduces enhanced solutions to secure industrial companies

Kaspersky introduces enhanced solutions to secure industrial companies

In response to the increased challenges and escalating threats facing operational technologies (OT) and critical infrastructure, Kaspersky has enhanced its Kaspersky Industrial CyberSecurity (KICS), a native XDR Platform for industrial enterprises, and streamlined Managed Detection and Response (MDR) for Industrial Control Systems (ICS), a service that helps to perform key SOC functions for organizations that may lack dedicated personnel.
The industrial sector faces growing challenges, with IT-OT convergence, stringent regulations, and rising cyberattacks. Kaspersky ICS CERT reported that nearly 23.5% of ICS computers faced threats in the latter half of 2024, underscoring the need for strong cybersecurity measures. Kaspersky has tailored solutions to protect industrial infrastructures, with significant updates to Kaspersky Industrial CyberSecurity (KICS) and Managed Detection and Response (MDR) services.
KICS, a native XDR platform, enhances OT and critical infrastructure protection with new features like improved configuration management, enhanced incident investigation, and automated network topology visualization. Key updates include support for new asset types, anomaly detection in substations, SD-WAN integration for remote monitoring, and an updated portable scanner with advanced audit capabilities.