Building Management Industry | OT Cybersecurity

Zero Trust
Cybersecurity for
‍Building Management

AI-resistant OT Network safeguard

TLDR: Secure Infrastructure for Building Management OT Networks

BlastWave is a digital shield for building management OT networks, protecting HVAC, lighting, and security systems from cyberattacks. It hides critical control systems, ensures only authorized access with strong, passwordless security, and segments the network to contain breaches. This means safer, more efficient buildings and reduced risk of disruptions or data theft.

How can BlastWave Help Building Management Networks?

Building Management Systems (BMS) are increasingly interconnected, controlling everything from HVAC and lighting to security and fire suppression. While this connectivity enhances efficiency, it also introduces significant cybersecurity risks. BlastWave provides a robust Zero Trust security solution to protect these vital systems, ensuring building safety and operational continuity.

How BlastWave Fortifies Building Management OT Networks:

Network Cloaking for Hidden Infrastructure

BlastWave's network cloaking technology renders critical BMS components, including controllers, sensors, and actuators, invisible to unauthorized users. This proactively prevents reconnaissance and eliminates potential attack vectors, significantly reducing the attack surface.

Passwordless Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA)

BlastWave eliminates passwords to thwart phishing and credential theft. It also ensures that only authorized personnel, including building operators and maintenance technicians, can access sensitive systems. This is vital for securing remote access and preventing unauthorized control.

Granular Network Segmentation and Microsegmentation

BlastWave enables the creation of secure zones and conduits, isolating critical systems and limiting lateral movement in case of a breach. This is essential for containing the impact of attacks and protecting sensitive building data.

Secure Remote Monitoring and Control

BlastWave facilitates secure remote access for monitoring and control of building systems, enabling efficient maintenance and operational management. Access is strictly controlled, ensuring least privilege and time-limited access, which is crucial for maintaining building safety and security.

Protection Against Advanced Persistent Threats (APTs)

BlastWave's network cloaking and strong authentication capabilities effectively counter advanced persistent threats, including those leveraging AI-driven reconnaissance and social engineering.

Enhanced Building Safety and Security

BlastWave strengthens building safety and security by preventing cyberattacks and containing breaches, protecting occupants and assets from potential harm.

Improved Operational Efficiency

Secure remote access and automated monitoring capabilities enabled by BlastWave streamline building operations, reducing downtime and maintenance costs.

Compliance with Building Security Standards

BlastWave provides comprehensive audit trails and reporting, simplifying compliance with building security standards and regulations.

BlastWave's Zero Trust Approach

BlastWave implements an authentic Zero Trust architecture, verifying every connection and enforcing least privilege access. Our solution is designed to ease deployment and management, minimizing disruption to existing building operations. By implementing BlastWave, building operators and facility managers can significantly enhance their OT security posture, protect their critical systems, and ensure their facilities' safe and efficient operation.

BlastShield Use Cases for Building Management OT Networks

Securing HVAC Systems

Protecting building climate control systems from unauthorized access, preventing disruptions and potential damage.
Ensuring secure remote monitoring and control of HVAC systems.

Securing Lighting Systems

Protecting building lighting control systems from malicious manipulation.
Securing automated lighting systems from external control.

Securing Security Systems

Protecting access control systems (keycard, biometric) from unauthorized entry.
Securing video surveillance systems from tampering and data theft.
Protecting alarm systems from malicious activation or deactivation.

Securing Fire Suppression Systems

Protecting fire alarm and suppression systems from unauthorized control, preventing false alarms or system failures.
Protecting water based fire suppression systems.

Securing Elevator and Escalator Systems

Protecting elevator and escalator control systems from malicious manipulation.

Securing Building Automation Systems (BAS)

Protecting integrated building management systems from unauthorized access and control.
Securing data collected by BAS systems.

Enabling Secure Remote Maintenance

Providing secure remote access for maintenance personnel and vendors to diagnose and repair building systems.
Limiting access to only necessary systems and data, ensuring least privilege.

Protecting against AI-powered reconnaissance

Hiding critical network assets from AI-powered reconnaissance software.

Phishing protection

Using passwordless MFA to prevent phishing attacks against building operators and contractors.

Segmentation and Microsegmentation

Using network segmentation and microsegmentation to limit the blast radius of a cyber attack.

Zero Trust Architecture

Implementing a Zero Trust architecture to protect the entire network.

Protecting Legacy systems

Protecting legacy systems that cannot be patched.

Protecting access to building data

Protecting data from building sensors.

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