Industrial automation is becoming ever smarter – and thus more vulnerable to cyberattacks. Modern automation systems consist of a multitude of connected components. Unprotected interfaces, missing updates or insecure passwords are just a few of the gateways. The damage to industry caused by cyberattacks amounts to billions of euros. End-to-end security is therefore no longer an option – it is a necessity.
Bosch Rexroth attaches particular importance to cybersecurity and implements the highest security standards in all its automation solutions. This enables companies to continuously guarantee secure and reliable manufacturing.
The automation products from Bosch Rexroth meet the legal requirements, which are constantly increasing in number. As governments around the world are increasingly relying on stricter security regulations to counter increasing cyber threats. Companies have to address these requirements at an early stage to comply with the law and effectively secure their systems.
Industrial plants are becoming increasingly smart, but this also makes them a target for cyberattacks. Therefore, future-proof automation requires cybersecurity at all levels. Learn more about the challenges, the regulatory requirements, and what you need to do now.
Download the Cybersecurity WhitepaperOne of the latest EU regulations is the Cyber Resilience Act (CRA). This act aims to strengthen the cybersecurity of connected products. The CRA applies to all products with digital components that communicate with each other and obliges producers to ensure a high level of security from the outset.
The CRA thus makes cybersecurity mandatory – act early to be on the safe side.
Machine manufacturers must take security measures into account from the outset to minimize cyber risks and comply with legal requirements:
| ✔ Product-level risk assessment | ✔ Remediate vulnerabilities promptly with updates |
| ✔ Taking cyber risks into account during development | ✔ Plan for updatability during the development process |
| ✔ Products must be secure by default | ✔ Establish a software update management system (SUMS) |
What are the biggest hurdles regarding cybersecurity? What challenges will companies face with the Cyber Resilience Act? Our experts Sebastian Krauskopf and Michael Langfinger answer these questions!
Tune in now!Bosch Rexroth is a pioneer when it comes to cybersecurity in automation and relies on the highest security standards – from encrypted data transmission to secure software updates.
The focus was on cybersecurity right from the beginning of the development of the operating system ctrlX OS. So ctrlX OS is well prepared for the requirements of the CRA. The Linux-based operating system is secure from the ground up. It is secure by design and secure by default and certified according to IEC 62443-4-2 Security Level 2 by TÜV Rheinland.
Data that is saved, transferred or otherwise processed is fully protected. It also provides a platform to quickly and reliably issue and apply security patches without impacting operation.
The control system ctrlX CORE demonstrates its strengths in terms of security to the full. Thanks to its secure design, from the ground up, as well as compliance with international standards and the certified operating system ctrlX OS, the control system inherently offers the highest level of cybersecurity. It can also be used as a security gateway.
For example, ctrlX OS runs on the control system ctrlX CORE from Bosch Rexroth. ctrlX CORE is designed for maximum cybersecurity thanks to secure by default and secure by design IoT integration, and through compliance with international standards. Data is protected by strong password rules, up-to-date software, secure deployment of updates, encrypted Internet connections via VPN, as well as authentication and authorization.
Many machine manufacturers are still relying on older control systems that are not designed for the requirements of today’s connected industry. These legacy systems are often difficult to secure and pose a potential security risk.
ctrlX CORE offers a solution: as a security gateway, it can be integrated into existing automation solutions – independently of the hardware and software from other vendors. This allows modern security functions to be retrofitted to protect older systems against cyber threats and to make them fit for connected manufacturing.
✔ Secure by default
Encrypted data transmission, minimum network footprint
✔ IoT integration with security by design
Compliant with IEC 62443-4-2 SL2
✔ Secure update deployment
Rexroth Store, ctrlX Device Portal Premium
✔ Flexible IT security configuration
Sessions and password rules, service configuration, etc.
✔ Functionality can be extended
With additional security apps from the ctrlX OS Store
The control system can be easily extended at the push of a button with additional security applications from the ctrlX OS Store.
The following solution sets, which also contain solutions from ctrlX World partners, ensure quick and reliable implementation as ready-made complete packages:
Information about cybersecurity, requirements due to new regulations such as the Cyber Resilience Act, and what you need to do now can be found in our white paper "Automation must be secure"
What are the biggest hurdles regarding cybersecurity? What challenges will companies face with the Cyber Resilience Act?
Bosch Rexroth also supports companies with comprehensive consulting and services in the area of security. This includes, for example, carrying out risk and threat analyses, security scans, and training to build IT security skills. Individual security concepts are developed and implemented together with the users.
Learn about the mandatory requirements of the Cyber Resilience Act and how they are implemented in ctrlX OS.
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