Many IT/OT professionals are very concerned about configuration port management. Configuration ports are often on a separate network, typically called an out-of-band or maintenance network. Many use the out-of-band network extensively for break/fix, patching, the build process, configuration changes, and asset redeployment. From a user (admin) perspective, configuration ports can be problematic because access often […]

What is Privileged Interactive Access in ConsoleWorks? Privileged Interactive access management is a specific subset of access management where the interfaces being managed have a very high level of privilege associated with them. One of the most common examples of a privileged interface is an account on an operating system. Privileged access occurs every day […]

Many utility companies face the challenge of meeting critical security and compliance requirements within a large and complex IT/OT infrastructure. Proactive monitoring of hardware and software is highly important in maintaining an uninterrupted flow of power to customers. The real-time monitoring and alerting capabilities of IT/OT devices can be an effective tool in managing these […]

For many privileged interfaces there can be multiple users that need to work over a single interface at the same time. Two classic examples are operating system interfaces and database administration interfaces. It is common for multiple system administrators (SAs) to be logged into an operating system performing different activities concurrently just as it is […]

NERC-CIP compliance is an integral part of the conversation in the Utility industry. Management practices are being continually refined and deployed against it, technology is being implemented because of it, and gaps identified by NERC-CIP audit experiences are driving compliance efforts. Many Utility companies have successfully reached the stage where they can confidently state that […]

Compliance is one of those subjects that keeps a lot of people up at night. It doesn’t matter what the compliance driver is, whether it’s SOX, PCI, NERC-CIP, HIPAA, etc. Or even if it’s some form of internal compliance policy. Compliance always means the same thing, more demands on us to follow rules and then […]

Companies often purchase the ConsoleWorks Cybersecurity Operations Platform to solve specific IT  issues or burning issues within the organization. We’ve compiled a list of the ‘Top 7 IT Burning Issues’ solved by ConsoleWorks. Is your burning issue on our list? Service Disruptions Are Still Occurring – ConsoleWorks captures all changes, including those caused by human […]

TDi Technologies and Archer Security Group teamed for this security compliance webinar directed at the security compliance needs of the Energy sector. There is no questioning the fact that security compliance requirements are often a burden to implement and your organization spends a tremendous amount of time, money & resources to achieve a state of compliance. Compliance […]

Cybersecurity Supply Chain Security: What Can Be Expected From CIP-013-01? TDi Technologies and Archer Security Group teamed for this cybersecurity supply chain security webinar offering potential solutions for ensuring a secure supply chain in Energy companies.  Cybersecurity risks exist throughout all aspects of a utility company. The threats are real and the potential attacks are largely […]

New Collaborative NIST Cybersecurity Guidance for Securing Wireless Infusion Pumps Over the last several months, TDI Technologies has been working closely with the National Cybersecurity Center of Excellence (NCCoE) at the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) on a healthcare cybersecurity project for securing wireless infusion pumps. The NCCoE is a collaborative hub where industry organizations, government […]