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Published onApril 29, 2024

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With the rise in attacks targetting industrial setups, there was an urgent requirement for a framework that augments the security infrastructure. And Microsoft’sICSpector,ICS Forensics Framework, does just that!

Available for download onGitHub, the description forMicrosoft ICS Forensics Frameworkreads,

Microsoft, in itsofficial announcement, highlights that the forensic tools for ICS(Industrial Control Systems)devices are not as advanced as their counterparts in the IT environments. And Microsoft’sICSpectorwill fill the gap!

Besides, examining data from industries for threats requires high levels of accuracy and precision, in addition to a careful examination that doesn’t disrupt the services, especially when it comes to nuclear reactors, power plants, and water treatment facilities.

The intended purpose ofICSpectoris to improve the incident response capabilities of security analysts. However, the framework can also be used alongsideMicrosoft Defender for IoTfor enhanced protection.

In the blog post, Microsoft highlights the following application ofICSpector:

Recent incidents from across the globe, be it the service disruptions in Ukraine’s Industroyer, the USA’s colonial pipeline, or the Florida water treatment facility, necessitate the development of frameworks like Microsoft’sICSpector.

Now, with the holistic solution available, there should be a reduction in attacks aimed at industrial setups, and the impact would be contained.

Much of the problem started withArtificial Intelligencereaching the hands of threat actors, which led to anincrease in AI-powered cyber attacks. Microsoft responded to it withAI-powered solutions, including integrating the technology into all its security tools!

What do you think about Microsoft’sICSpector? Share with our readers in the comments section.

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Kazim Ali Alvi

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Long-time Windows user, Kazim is ready to provide a solution for your every software & hardware error on Windows 11, Windows 10 and any previous iteration. He’s also one of our experts in Networking & Security.

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Kazim Ali Alvi

Windows Hardware Expert

Kazim is specialized in hardware devices, always ready to remove a screw or two to find out the real cause of a problem.

With KB5043178 to Release Preview Channel, Microsoft advises Windows 11 users to plug in when the battery is low#

Copilot in Outlook will generate personalized themes for you to customize the app#

Microsoft will raise the price of its 365 Suite to include AI capabilities#

Death Stranding Director’s Cut is now Xbox X|S at a huge discount#

Outlook will let users create custom account icons so they can tell their accounts apart easier#

Microsoft’s latest, ICSpector, will defend industrial systems against attacks#