Phosphorus Cybersecurity

Breaking Down the Walls Between IT and OT As the worlds of IT and OT collide, CISOs need to be prepared to manage the cybersecurity risks of both.

The intersection between OT and IT becomes more apparent by the day – as do their dependencies and the potential consequences of an attack.

Our own Sonu Shankar talks to InformationWeek about the impact of attacks affecting these systems. www.informationweek.com/it-leadershi...

Phosphorus is a 2025 #SCAwards Finalist for Best Emerging Technology! Our Unified xIoT Security Platform delivers proactive discovery, remediation & monitoring—before attackers strike.

See us while you're at #RSAC2025 → phosphorus.io/rsa-conferen...

15-30-60 xIoT Challenge In this xIoT world, it's survival of the fastest. Meet the Challenge with the framework for preventing IoT threats faster.

While Spotify is down, you have enough time to discover every IoT/OT device on a Class B network. phosphorus.io/15-30-60-xio...

Top xIoT Security Sessions to Attend at RSA Conference 2025 Join RSAC at RSA Conference 2025 for critical insights into IoT risk management and improving industrial security.

Planning your #RSAC2025 agenda?
Check out our top picks for IoT, OT, and CPS security sessions — curated by security expert @phillipwylie.bsky.social.
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ICYMI: Now’s your chance to catch up on one of the most important ransomware breakdowns of the year.

We investigated the Akira ransomware attack, in which threat actors pivoted from a blocked endpoint to an unsecured IP camera to breach the network.

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Stop by the Phosphorus Cybersecurity Inc. booth at OT.SEC.CON to see a live demo from our unique, device-laden mobile lab.

You'll see first-hand how we deliver faster, more accurate device visibility, including East/West traffic, and actually fix the risk we discover at scale.

When a device isn't chock full of vulnerabilities? SHOCKING.

And Matt Brown shares a joke about what surprises him in IoT with Eric Johansen on the #IoTSecurity #Podcast.

IoT, OT, and IoMT threats are evolving. Are you prepared?

Don't let your xIoT attack surface be the most overlooked threat at #RSAC2025. phosphorus.io/rsa-conferen...

Akira Hit a Wall—Then Pivoted to IoT. Here’s How They Got In. #xIoT #cybersecurity YouTube video by Phosphorus Cybersecurity Inc.

They hit a wall with EDR. So Akira went IoT. Here’s how they got in—and what most orgs still miss. www.youtube.com/watch?v=IMPV... #cybersecurity #iotsecurity #PhosphorusLIVE #Akira #ransomware

The Retail & Hospitality Information Sharing and Analysis Center (RH-ISAC) Cyber Intelligence Summit Understand the integration of xIoT in Retail and Hospitality and the associated cybersecurity risks that come with it.

We see that 78% of IoT devices in enterprise networks have critical vulnerabilities.

Retail and hospitality networks are no exception.

That’s why Phosphorus is heading to St. Louis this week for the 2025 #RHISACSummit. phosphorus.io/events/the-r...

EDR Won't Save You: Akira & the IoT Blind Spot YouTube video by Phosphorus Cybersecurity Inc.

Ransomware is evolving—and IoT is now in the crosshairs.

The Akira group used an unmonitored IoT device to bypass EDR and launch a ransomware attack.

On #PhosphorusLIVE, we discuss how it happened—and how to prevent it.

Watch today: www.youtube.com/live/ghDMhLL...

EDR Won't Save You: Akira & the IoT Blind Spot | LinkedIn EDR and traditional security tools weren’t built for IoT threats—and ransomware gangs know it. The Akira ransomware attack proved this when hackers pivoted from a blocked endpoint attack to an unsecur...

On the next #PhosphorusLIVE, we're tackling Akira's use of IoT to bypass EDR. Join us live on April 3 on LinkedIn! www.linkedin.com/events/73085...

How a Single IP Webcam Brought Down a Network: The Akira Ransomware Playbook Protect your organization from Akira ransomware by addressing blind spots in IoT security and implementing robust monitoring strategies.

You locked down your laptops. Patched your servers.
But what about the IP webcam down the hall?

The Akira ransomware gang used one to bypass EDR and take down a network.

📖 See how it happened—and why IoT is the new weak point in ransomware defense: phosphorus.io/how-akira-ra...

The Wild West of IoT: Hacking and Securing Devices with Matt Brown Matt Brown joins Eric Johansen to discuss the complexities of IoT attack surfaces, legacy system challenges, and hacking experiences.

"In IoT, the golden age of hacking never ended."

That's what hacker and IoT security researcher Matt Brown says in our latest #IoTSecurity Podcast episode—and he's not wrong.

Listen now: phosphorus.io/podcast-matt...

The food production landscape has changed dramatically in recent decades. In fact, it would be unrecognizable today because it's ALL connected.
#IoTSecurityPodcast phosphorus.io/podcast-hack...

EDR Won't Save You: Akira & the IoT Blind Spot | LinkedIn EDR and traditional security tools weren’t built for IoT threats—and ransomware gangs know it. The Akira ransomware attack proved this when hackers pivoted from a blocked endpoint attack to an unsecur...

On the next #PhosphorusLIVE, we're tackling Akira's use of IoT to bypass EDR. Join us live on April 3 on LinkedIn! www.linkedin.com/events/73085...

How a Single IP Webcam Brought Down a Network: The Akira Ransomware Playbook Protect your organization from Akira ransomware by addressing blind spots in IoT security and implementing robust monitoring strategies.

Ransomware isn’t just hitting traditional IT endpoints these days – it’s using IoT devices to bypass EDR.

Read our blog about how the #Akira #ransomware gang did it and what you can do to stay ahead. phosphorus.io/how-akira-ra...

Unmonitored IoT devices are a screen door on a submarine. A wide open door for threats.

Without continuous monitoring, cybercriminals exploit misconfigurations, outdated firmware & default credentials.

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The Retail & Hospitality Information Sharing and Analysis Center (RH-ISAC) Cyber Intelligence Summit Understand the integration of xIoT in Retail and Hospitality and the associated cybersecurity risks that come with it.

Join Phosphorus at #RHISACSummit 2025!
- April 7-9 | St. Louis
- Chris Rouland speaks April 8 @ 1:15 PM
- Securing xIoT: The Hidden Risk in Retail & Hospitality

Visit Booth 33 & let’s talk proactive IoT/OT security! phosphorus.io/events/the-r...

(CS)²AI Symposium

The electric sector faces significant threats, making infrastructure security essential.

Join our CEO, Chris Rouland, at (CS)²AI Symposium: Cyber Security for Electric Sector, where he will discuss these challenges & share effective defense strategies. events.zoom.us/ev/Ai7wUv8Gi...

Ransomware gang encrypted network from a webcam to bypass EDR The Akira ransomware gang was spotted using an unsecured webcam to launch encryption attacks on a victim's network, effectively circumventing Endpoint Detection and Response (EDR), which was blocking ...

There were patches available for the webcam flaws, but implementing them at scale for most teams is another matter entirely. www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/securit... via @bleepingcomputer.com

Massive botnet that appeared overnight is delivering record-size DDoSes Eleven11bot infects video recorders, with the largest concentration of them in the US.

A massive botnet launched record-breaking DDoS attacks powered by insecure IoT.
Basic cyber hygiene can help:
🔹 Change default passwords
🔹 Patch outdated firmware
🔹 Monitor for unauthorized changes
Don’t let unmanaged devices fuel the next big attack. arstechnica.com/security/202... @arstechnica.com

SME Issue 142 - February 2025

In 2024, 67% of healthcare organizations faced ransomware challenges. IoMT devices, with default passwords and outdated firmware, are easy targets.

Phosphorus helps hospitals find, fix, and secure every device before attackers strike.

Read Osama Alzoubi’s insights: issuu.com/securitymidd...

Real Stories from Asia Pacific: The Shocking State of xIoT Security | LinkedIn Real Stories from Asia Pacific: The Shocking State of xIoT Security You lock your doors, patch your laptops, but what about your xIoT devices? From 11-year-old firmware in brand-new industrial ...

What do PLCs running 11-year-old firmware, default passwords on mission-critical devices, and overlooked serial-to-Ethernet converters all have in common? They're real xIoT security risks APJ CTO Alex Nehmy has faced in the field in the past 6 months. www.linkedin.com/events/reals...

The Symbiosis of Tech and Nature: Securing Agriculture with Bill Lucas Join Eric Johansen and Bill Lucas to discuss agriculture's cybersecurity challenges in the era of IoT and automation.

Farming isn’t just about soil & sunshine anymore. From robotic bees to UV disinfection robots, IoT is transforming agriculture. But these connected devices come with serious risks.

Watch now to hear how Mastronardi Produce’s Bill Lucas tackles these challenges! phosphorus.io/podcast-hack...

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The pups are present! A huge shoutout to the Humane Society of Tampa Bay for showcasing the most amazing furry friends at our tent for the Big Party during #S4x25.

Today at #S4x25, you can head to the Phosphorus booth located just outside the main stage in the pre-function area (you can't miss it!) to go hands-on with the Mobile xIoT Security Lab.

#IoTSecurity #OTSecurity #cybersecurity

Russia vanishing from the internet behind an Iron Firewall Russia is isolating its internet-facing infrastructure as in less than a half year, two-thirds of services and devices have vanished.

As Russia limits exposure of its devices to the public internet, some experts say that trends leave the country more secure from online threats.

What are the lessons here for the US? Sonu Shankar discusses with @cybernews.bsky.social. cybernews.com/security/rus...

list of what a customer did with Phosphorus for its global environment

Join a global manufacturer in its comprehensive journey to secure an extensive xIoT environment. phosphorus.io/resource-cen...

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#S4x25 is almost here! Visit our Mobile 𝘅IoT Security Lab to see how Phosphorus provides full IoT/OT visibility and automated remediation. phosphorus.io/phosphorus-a... #OTSecurity #ICS #IoTSecurity #Cybersecurity