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Mining Industry

Every prevented incident starts with a well-protected OT network.
In the mining industry, cybersecurity goes beyond equipment. It safeguards operational continuity, worker safety, and the integrity of critical data. In an environment where every outage is costly and connectivity can be limited, securing OT systems is essential to ensure resilience and operational performance.

An incident in a mining OT network can:

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lead to a shutdown of extractors

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lead to a shutdown of ventilation systems

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cause the loss of critical data related to underground or open-pit operations

Mining sites are often located in remote areas with limited connectivity, making OT cybersecurity a strategic challenge. This is where Fortaress comes into play.

Challenges.

1. Operational continuity in extreme environments

Fortaress helps this with :

  • Robust and non-intrusive solution: designed for harsh industrial environments with no impact on operations.
  • 24/7 monitoring (MDR OT): proactively detects anomalies to prevent critical downtime.
  • Virtual patching for OT: protects equipment without requiring reboots or software updates.

      2. Remote sites with limited connectivity

      Fortaress helps with :

      • Unknown device detection: immediate alerts in case of suspicious connections at remote sites.
      • Integrated OT SIEM: centralized view of security events from all locations in a unified interface.
      • Offline protection: Fortaress does not require internet to secure the OT network and its assets.

            3. Critical and often outdated equipment

            Fortaress helps with :

            • OT virtual patching: protects legacy equipment or systems that cannot receive patches without interruption or software updates.
            • OT IPS: blocks attacks in real time, even on unpatched systems.
            • OT application control: prevents the execution of unauthorized or uncertified software.

                    4. Protection against targeted cyberattacks

                    Fortaress helps with :

                    • OT network segmentation: isolates critical zones to limit the spread of an attack.
                    • Bidirectional IT/OT monitoring: controls traffic between networks to prevent leaks or intrusions.
                    • Attack surface reduction: segmentation, filtering and access control.

                              5. Worker safety and regulatory compliance

                              Fortaress helps with :

                              • Resilient architecture: designed to operate even in environments with intermittent connectivity.
                              • Real-time detection of network anomalies: enables immediate response in the event of a threat.
                              • Comprehensive logging (SIEM + logs): ensures traceability of events for audits and compliance.

                                        Result

                                        A resilient mining operation protected against cyber threats, with secure operations even in the most remote areas.

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