| | SEPTEMBER 20238CIOReviewIN MY OPINIONNAVIGATING CYBERSECURITY CHALLENGES AND EMBRACING TECHNOLOGICAL TRENDS FOR A SECURE FUTUREI would rate the below four challenges as major ones that impact the cyber security space that our team is currently working upon.Internet of Things and Cloud securityThe more devices we connect and network, the more potential doors and windows exist that attackers can use to get in and access our data. IoT devices ­ ranging from smart wearables to industrial machinery ­ have often proven to be a concern for the cybersecurity team. This is because, as they are not often used to store sensitive data directly, manufacturers have not always been focused on keeping them secure with frequent security patches and updates. The security concerns start right from the manufacturing or assembling of the IoT devices until the production line or machinery where they are used.More organizations move towards cloud computing due to various advantages in terms of operations, flexibility, and services being offered. At the same time, the degree of challenge increases too. Especially APIs are more prone to attack, and they are an easy entry point for hackers. The other one is access management, which gives tough times for many organizations.Supplier SecurityMost of the time OEMs make sure that they have security-related solutions that make their production line run without line stoppage. It is equally important to make sure, that parts get supplied to the assembly line from Suppliers. Recently, Tier 1 and Tier 2 suppliers are affected by attacks that completely stop their production or make their data available on the dark web. This has a serious impact on OEMs as well.Work-From-Home Cybersecurity Consider a scenario, where an employee is attending a call from a popular coffee shop in Tokyo. He connects to the free Wi-Fi and attends the critical call. Might look like a normal one, but it has many challenges as your company device is connected to a free public network.Employees unwittingly fall victim to phishing attacks, were attackers trick users into divulging passwords. With more people working remotely, it is increasingly likely we may find ourselves working in teams where we do not know each other as well and are at risk of falling for impersonation frauds. It also enables ransomware attacks, where software is injected into networks that erase valuable data unless users pay a ransom to attackers.Building A Security-Aware CultureEvery Organization has to ensure that it is working towards initiating and fostering a culture of awareness around cybersecurity issues. Today, it is no longer good enough for employers or employees to simply think of cybersecurity as an issue for the IT By Dr. Demet Karaali, Head of IT - Product Development and Production, Daimler Truck AsiaDemet Karaali
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