Signature-based detection has been a mainstay of IT security for decades, but the unique realities of operational technology (OT) environments make it a poor return on investment for power utilities. While signatures can still provide value for commodity IT malware, they fail against insider misuse, zero-day exploits, and custom-built malware designed for grid operations. Historical evidence shows signatures rarely generalize across different utilities, and overreliance creates strategic blind spots. To effectively defend critical energy infrastructure, utilities should prioritize behavioral analytics, anomaly detection, and intelligence sharing across the community.

Darktrace detected a rogue Raspberry PI device that had been left by a Manufacturing customer’s vendor in the customer’s ICS network. The convergence between supply chain risk and insider risk highlights how important it is to implement continuous monitoring of the internal ICS network for proactive risk management.

Darktrace uses AI-led OT, IoT, and IT Network Security to help secure maritime transportation systems. This blog describes some of the new mandated requirements by the USCG and demonstrates Darktrace’s security capabilities.

Darktrace / OT introduces IEC-62443 compliance reporting, expanded protocol visibility, and dynamic risk modeling, redefining how OT teams prioritize risks with contextual insights now additionally powered by firewall rule analysis and KEV scoring, all purpose-built to protect industrial operations and safety.

Discover how anomaly detection deployed across core network segments delivers a more effective approach to ICS security.

Darktrace / OT is recognized as a Market Leader in the Omdia Market Radar. Read this blog to find out more about Darktrace's leadership in the market and a variety of other unique differentiators and innovations in the OT security industry.

Darktrace is proud to announce we’ve been the only Visionary in the inaugural Gartner® Magic Quadrant™ for Cyber-Physical Systems (CPS) Protection Platforms. Read the blog to find out why!

Discover how AI-led investigations unify IT and OT security, reducing alert fatigue and accelerating alert investigation in industrial environments.

Explore how nation-state supply chain attacks like 3CX, NotPetya, and SolarWinds exploited trusted providers to cause global disruption, highlighting the urgent need for robust security measures.

Learn about NERC CIP-015 and its internal network security monitoring requirements. Discover how to ensure compliance and enhance your security posture.

With complex digital and physical systems, that are increasingly interconnected, the expanding attack surface calls for a unified security solution. Explore the challenges, risks, and potential solutions for organizations aiming at securing distribution centers from cyber threats.

Announcing the launch of our new innovation to Darktrace/OT. This industry leading innovation for Darktrace/OT moves beyond CVE scores to redefine vulnerability management for critical infrastructure, tackling the full breadth of risks not limited by traditional controls.

Explore the three challenges facing industries that manage OT and ICS Systems, the benefits of adopting AI technology, and Darktrace / OT’s unique role!

Discover how the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law and its $250M Rural and Municipal Utility Cybersecurity Program empower electric cooperatives and municipalities to strengthen cybersecurity. Learn how innovative tools like anomaly detection, IT/OT integration, and AI-driven solutions enhance resilience against modern threats.

Uncover the signs of insider threats with Darktrace’s expert analysis. Learn how to protect your organization from internal security breaches.

Air-gapped security measures are not enough for resilience against cyber attacks. Read about how to gain visibility & reduce your cyber vulnerabilities.

Discover how Darktrace's AI technology safeguarded the Qatar World Cup 2022 from cyber threats. Learn more about cutting-edge cybersecurity measures today!

Explore Darktrace’s strategies for preventing IT misconfigurations. Our blog provides actionable insights and use cases.

Discover how Self-Learning AI tackles event security challenges like the 'access paradox' and IT/OT convergence with speed and precision.

Learn how ransomware can spread throughout converged IT/OT environments, and how Self-Learning AI empowers organizations to contain these threats.