ICS/OT network monitoring solutions
Enhance industrial cybersecurity, without compromising operational stability Discover moreThe industrial sector has undergone a significant transformation with the integration of connected infrastructure. This evolution has introduced numerous benefits to manufacturing processes, such as cost savings and value addition. Connected infrastructure enables predictive and preventative maintenance, which helps to identify potential issues before they escalate, thus reducing downtime and maintenance costs. Enhanced tracking and business intelligence capabilities allow for more informed decision-making and streamlined operations. Updating processes have become more manageable, ensuring systems remain current and efficient.
However, this shift has also introduced new challenges. Operational technology (OT) networks were traditionally siloed, operating independently from information technology (IT) networks. The convergence of IT and OT has exposed these networks to greater vulnerability from cyberattacks and performance issues that can impede productivity.
Challenges in the converged IT/OT landscape
Increased vulnerability to cyber attacks
As OT systems become more connected, they become more susceptible to cyber threats. Protecting these systems requires robust security measures that address IT and OT vulnerabilities.
Performance issues
Ensuring the seamless performance of OT systems is crucial for maintaining productivity. Performance issues in a converged network can lead to significant operational disruptions.
Technology disparity
OT systems consist of specialized, purpose built equipment, while IT systems are typically more generic. Bridging this technology gap requires careful consideration of speed and media conversion.
Network complexity
Network segmentation can lead to increased complexity, making it difficult to monitor. Reducing this complexity through aggregation and simplification is essential.
Reliance on SPAN
Many networks rely on Switch Port Analyzer (SPAN) for traffic monitoring, which can introduce challenges in maintaining network visibility and performance.
Profitap ICS/OT monitoring solutions
Bring packet level visibility into your OT networks
We deliver
Network visibility
Comprehensive visibility into network traffic is essential for identifying and addressing potential issues.
Real-time data processing
The ability to process data in real-time ensures timely detection and response to threats and performance issues.
No interruptions
Monitoring solutions should operate without causing interruptions to the network, ensuring continuous operations.
Fail-safe and secure data access
Solutions must be fail-safe, providing robust security to protect against cyber threats.
Diode/unidirectional communications
Implementing diode or unidirectional communications can prevent unauthorized access and data breaches.
No impact on security and performance
Monitoring solutions should not compromise the security and performance of the network.
Industrial TAPs
Profitap’s industrial TAPs (Test Access Points) provide reliable access to network traffic without impacting the network’s performance. These TAPs are designed to handle the unique requirements of industrial environments, ensuring seamless data capture.
- Low latency
- Low jitter
- Fault-tolerant
- Data diode
- 24V powering
- DIN rail mounting
- Data diode prevents any injection of data from the monitoring ports back into the network
- Create an accurate copy of all protocols and packet types
- Capture includes low level errors, and impairment issues
- Once TAPs are in place in the network, the monitor ports can be connected and disconnected at will without disrupting the network link
Network Packet Brokers
Profitap’s Network Packet Brokers aggregate and filter network traffic, providing a centralized point for data analysis. This simplifies network management and enhances visibility. By filtering and optimizing network traffic, the performance of connected tools is improved. In a world where real-time data analysis, security, and compliance are critical.
Why use Profitap Network Packet Brokers
- Optimize traffic NPBs optimize traffic by filtering out redundant packets, reducing data overload, and enabling more efficient analysis.
- Distribute traffic Distribute traffic to ensure the right data reaches the right monitoring tool, maximizing efficiency and accuracy.
- Anonymize traffic Anonymize traffic by masking sensitive data in captured packets, ensuring privacy and compliance with regulations like GDPR and HIPAA.
IOTA
The IOTA platform offers real-time data processing and analysis, ensuring potential issues are identified and addressed promptly.
Why use IOTA in industrial environments
- Modbus support
- TSN support, low jitter
- Capture, analysis, and storage in a single compact device
- High resolution timestamping
- Accurate packet capture
- High fidelity traces
- 24V models available
- Includes various powerful dashboards for quick and easy analysis of captured traffic
ProfiShark
ProfiShark offers high-performance, high precision, portable network traffic capture, providing detailed insights into network performance and security.
- TSN support
- Low latency
- Low jitter
- Fail-safe
- High resolution timestamping
- Accurate packet capture of all protocols and packet types
- High fidelity traces, including low level errors, and impairment issues
- Data diode function prevents any injection of data from the monitoring ports back into the network
- PoE passthrough
- 100M models are fully passive
Profitap benefits
- Eliminate blind spots NPBs optimize traffic by filtering out redundant packets, reducing data overload, and enabling more efficient analysis.
- Maintain uptime By providing real-time monitoring and analysis, Profitap’s solutions help maintain network uptime and ensure continuous operations.
- Reduce network complexity Aggregation and simplification of network traffic reduce complexity, making it easier to manage and maintain.
- Easy infrastructure upgrades Profitap’s solutions are designed to integrate seamlessly with existing infrastructure, facilitating easy upgrades and enhancements.
- Optimal tool performance By ensuring that monitoring tools operate at peak performance, Profitap enhances the overall efficiency of network management.
- Compliance Profitap’s solutions help organizations meet regulatory requirements, including NERC CIP v5 and NIS2 regulations.
Product benefits
- 24V powering Profitap devices are designed to operate with 24V power, ensuring compatibility with industrial power systems.
- Timestamping Accurate timestamping of network traffic enables precise analysis and troubleshooting.
- Latency & jitter Profitap’s solutions provide detailed insights into latency and jitter, helping to optimize network performance.
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