CYBERSECURITY IN THE WOOD INDUSTRY

Cutting-edge technologies such as the Internet of Things, automation, and network connectivity have enabled advancements that allow us to manufacture in an Industry 4.0 environment. However, this evolution has exposed facilities to new cyber threats. Therefore, at FINVALIA, we have designed a strategic approach aimed at strengthening security by addressing four pilots:

Analysis of Wi-Fi networks, VLAN segmentation, and study of the radio frequency spectrum.
Creation of a transversal OT backup center across all facilities and cloud-based Disaster Recovery for industrial servers.
Implementation of an Industrial Security Operation Center for threat monitoring.
Detailed and specific backup of industrial equipment.

All these developments will be tested on a small scale, validated individually, and then integrated into the corresponding pilot demonstrators.

The five keys to a cyberattack-proof industry

These pilots we will investigate and test will help us achieve support that guarantees the five keys to a cybersecure industry.

Security, reliability, and efficiency in industrial Wi-Fi networks

The first step is to conduct a thorough audit of all factory Wi-Fi networks: identifying unauthorized access points, verifying security configurations such as passwords and encryption, and detecting potential weak points in the network.

Protection of critical data through VLAN

Segmentation These private networks ensure that sensitive devices and data are isolated from other parts of the network, reducing the risk of threat propagation.

Testing and validation of LoRA networks

LoRA allows for long-distance connections and the development of the Internet of Things. They help optimize channels and enable the implementation of measures to minimize connectivity issues.

Backup Center and Cloud-Based Disaster Recovery for industrial servers

If everything fails, having a backup center that ensures continuous replication of critical data and applications, as well as a recovery protocol, will minimize the impact of any issues that may arise from technical failures or potential threats. Regarding cloud access, data encryption, multifactor authentication, and access control are three essential levers to ensure security.

Protection of critical industrial data

Nowadays, real-time monitoring of potential threats and log analysis is crucial, something that is seamlessly applied thanks to an Industrial Security Operation Center, along with its incident response protocols.