Donald E. Hester
- Feb 17, 2023
- 2 min read

Dragos ICS & OT Year in Review for 2022

The Dragos Year in Review for 2022 is a report by Dragos, a cybersecurity firm specializing in industrial control systems (ICS) and operational technology (OT) security. The report provides a comprehensive analysis of the threat landscape for ICS and OT security over the course of 2022. It includes insights into the top threat actors, attack trends, and notable incidents, as well as recommendations for how organizations can improve their security posture in the face of these threats. The report highlights the continued evolution and sophistication of threat actors targeting ICS and OT systems and the need for organizations to take a proactive and strategic approach to defend against these threats.

The Dragos Year in Review for 2022 report provides several recommendations for organizations to improve their security posture and defend against threats to industrial control systems and operational technology. Some of the key recommendations are:

Develop and maintain an inventory of assets and networks to gain visibility and situational awareness of the environment.
Implement comprehensive and ongoing threat monitoring and detection programs to identify potential threats and intrusions.
Implement effective security controls and harden systems to reduce the attack surface.
Conduct regular security assessments and penetration testing to identify vulnerabilities and gaps in the security posture.
Ensure that incident response plans and procedures are in place and regularly tested to ensure a timely and effective response to security incidents.
Invest in employee training and awareness programs to help identify and report potential security threats.
Engage with third-party security providers to augment internal capabilities and ensure a comprehensive security posture.
Foster collaboration with industry peers, regulators, and law enforcement agencies to share information and intelligence on emerging threats and best practices.