White Paper
HOW TO PREPARE FOR & RESPOND TO RANSOMWARE IN OPERATIONAL TECHNOLOGY (OT) ENVIRONMENTS
Ransomware poses a growing threat to OT environments, where attacks can halt operations and cause major financial and safety impacts. Preparing for these incidents requires strong asset visibility, network segmentation, and practiced response plans. Historical cases like Maersk and Norsk Hydro show how quickly ransomware can spread and disrupt industrial systems. Effective defense includes maintaining offline backups, restricting remote access, monitoring for early indicators, and ensuring clear communication between IT and OT teams. A coordinated response strategy helps organizations contain infections and recover operations safely.
