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Cybersecurity for your manufacturing systems Protect your factory from the shop floor right through to the cloud: from risk analysis and secure networks to IEC 62443-compliant implementation

Safeguarding production

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Cybersecurity is mandatory in manufacturing

Where there used to be isolated control systems, there are now highly networked production systems. Controllers, PLC systems, machines, and IoT devices are networked with each other and controlled via internal and external communication channels. This networking increases efficiency, but also increases the number of vulnerabilities.
A successful cyberattack not only leads to data loss, but also to production downtimes, quality problems, and even complete production stoppages. This is why cybersecurity for factory automation is now a key prerequisite for the competitiveness and security of companies.

Certified security today – in accordance with the standards of tomorrow

Cyberattacks are one of the biggest risks facing digitalized factories today. Our cybersecurity range provides you with standard-compliant solutions – from secure remote access, through network segmentation, right through to securing individual machines.
Our consulting teams will support you from the initial assessment through to implementation, based on the requirements of IEC 62443 and the Digital Services Act (DSA EU). We also provide practical training courses that enable your employees to identify and manage security risks at an early stage. Cybersecurity is not just a protective measure, but an empowering force behind the digital transformation of your production facilities. Find out how security, data availability, and sustainability can be combined holistically in our future-oriented project.

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Your five-step plan for secure production A holistic concept regardless of location, from the individual machine right through to the global factory network

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How can I perform a hazard and risk analysis of my system?

Companies often lack the complex knowledge of the currently applicable legal provisions necessary for analyzing the current status of their own production and to create a holistic security concept. In addition, the work necessary demands intensive time and cost resources.

Hazard and risk analysis:
A hazard and risk analysis is carried out to record and assess the current status of the production network. The experts record all communications within your production, analyze network structures, and scan your devices for outdated firmware. This information is used to identify possible weak points.

360° security concept
Through the creation of a blueprint in accordance with IEC 62443, you receive a concept with detailed documentation for the creation of an ideally secured factory.

Individual training courses and seminars
The security analysis of your network is a recurring process. In order to be able to analyze and eliminate future threats independently, we offer comprehensive training sessions and seminars that are individually tailored to the group of participants and the given framework conditions. The focus is always on linking theory and current practice.

How can I protect the OT and IT in my existing network against hacker attacks?

The increasing networking of devices, machines, and systems is being implemented via ever-new internal and external communication channels. With the increasing number of this uncontrolled communication, the risk of a cyberattack increases. To meet the requirements of location-independent access by third parties under all security-relevant aspects, we offer you:

Solutions for dividing your factory into zones to minimize potential hazards
Smart and fast approaches to implementing secure concepts that save you a lot of time
An international security cloud VPN service that enables you to securely network your sites and provide controlled access to third-party companies for maintenance purposes and microservices

How can I secure individual machines and systems?

To secure individual machines and systems, it is important that they can be integrated flexibly and securely into the existing infrastructure. With the increasing importance of IoT, Industry 4.0, and batch size 1, production systems must become increasingly flexible, both in terms of their physical structure and in their communication. Intelligent machines, which can be easily integrated at a later time, play a central role here.

A key aspect of security is the provision of a simple firewall setting with an intuitive operation that does not affect your cybersecurity measures. This allows you to increase your productivity through the safe integration of your machines while ensuring the protection of your systems.

Safeguarding machines and systems

In addition to the overall network, individual machines must also be protected. In particular in the age of IoT, Industry 4.0, and batch size 1, it is crucial that we integrate systems flexibly and securely into existing infrastructures.

Security measures without a loss of productivity:

• Intelligent retrofitting of existing systems
• Simple firewall settings with intuitive operation
• Flexible integration of new machines and IoT devices

Your systems remain flexible and reliably protected at the same time.

Empowering personnel

Security depends on knowledge and routine:

• Training and workshops for OT teams
• Practical training with the latest threat scenarios
• Developing long-term security expertise

Your team will build up long-term knowledge and thus increases the resilience of your factory.

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Your advantages

Today, robust cybersecurity is a basic requirement for trouble-free production. In factory automation in particular, it is not just abstract concepts that count, but concrete measures. Join forces with Phoenix Contact to benefit from:

Ready to go at the touch of a button: pre-configured security solutions
IEC 62443-compliant and field-proven
Protection against ransomware, manipulation, and data theft
Particularly high system availability with preventive protection
Customized security concepts for all production environments

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Global requirements and local implementation Phoenix Contact supports the implementation of relevant standards worldwide:

Europe: IEC 62443, NIS2, Cyber Resilience Act
North America: NIST Cybersecurity Framework, CISA directives
Asia-Pacific: MLPS 2.0, ICS guidelines
Middle East and Africa: SACS-002, POPIA

Security knows no boundaries, and neither do our solutions.

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Guide to the Cyber Resilience Act

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Cybersecurity as a competitive advantage

Cybersecurity is more than just protection, it is a factor for success
A North American company implemented automated redox stations in safety-critical environments worldwide. Phoenix Contact supplied scalable security solutions in accordance with IEC 62443, NIS2 and NIST CSF – with certified components, secure VPN remote access, and central monitoring. The result: High system availability, global compliance, and trust among customers and partners. This demonstrates that security is becoming a driver of sustainable innovation and a clear competitive advantage.

Structured safety with IEC 62443
The IEC 62443 standard creates a uniform framework for industrial security, with clear responsibilities, documented processes, and verifiable protective measures.
Phoenix Contact will accompany you, from the network- and risk analysis right through to the implementation of certifiable processes. This will create a robust security foundation that strengthens resilience and confidence in your production systems.

Together towards a secure factory – join us in creating your five-step plan to a secure factory and automation approach

Security in accordance with international standards and directives

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360° security concept: Certified in accordance with IEC 62443

All components of our 360° security concept are attested through corresponding IEC 62443 certifications.

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NIS 2

The European Security Directive, NIS 2, requires operators to protect their systems against cyberattacks.

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Cyber Resilience Act (CRA)

The CRA requires manufacturers to develop security-by-design products.

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Safety meets security

Requirements on the safety of machinery in the European Economic Area.

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Data Security Box

Ready-to-use: Data Security Box and Secure Edge Box Easy protection: Preconfigured control cabinet solutions for easy startup – regardless of whether for an existing or new system

With the Data Security Box and the Secure Edge Box, we provide you with compact control cabinet solutions that enable you to cover various ICS functions and tasks. In addition to zoning and secured remote access, intelligent firewalls are also installed quickly and easily. Its modular design enables easy customization to your production network, which is why it can be adapted to any application.

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FL MGUARD 1100, 2100, and 4300

Comprehensive protection with intelligent products and solutions

mGuard security routers
With our mGuard product family, we provide comprehensive protection, intelligent routing, and controlled (remote) VPN connectivity. The security routers can be integrated quickly and easily and are certified in accordance with IEC 62443-4-2.

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