Solution

Lack of visibility into OT assets is a major barrier to effective segmentation. Industrial environments often include outdated or undocumented equipment, making it difficult to define clear security zones. In SMBs, the priority given to process stability makes any modification risky and complex. As a result, companies often avoid touching existing OT assets, even if it means accepting a certain level of risk.

Fortaress addresses this challenge with its OT asset discovery feature: it continuously scans the network, identifies each device (type, manufacturer, firmware, etc.), and maintains a dynamic inventory. When deployed in transparent mode (requiring no reconfiguration), Fortaress operates in read-only mode, allowing it to observe legitimate traffic flows without interference and detect mispositioned assets at the IT/OT boundary. This approach delivers clearer visibility into what truly belongs in the OT network.

Protecting industrial environments without disrupting operations is a critical challenge. Fortaress integrates three key features that deliver deep protection with zero impact:

• OT virtual patching safeguards vulnerable devices even when updates can’t be applied.
• OT IPS defends against real-time attacks targeting both IP and industrial protocols.
• OT application control restricts execution to authorized software only.

These mechanisms significantly strengthen security while preserving the stability and availability of critical systems.

Monitoring OT traffic is essential for detecting threats early. Fortaress’s integrated SIEM collects and correlates event logs in real time to identify suspicious activity.

Combined with its 24/7 MDR service, Fortaress delivers continuous monitoring, proactive analysis, and rapid incident response, all without disrupting critical operations. This enhanced visibility improves threat detection across protocols often overlooked by traditional tools.