The threats facing food processing facilities are already here, and there is no longer any time to delay implementing minimum protections for these sites.

The food and beverage manufacturing industries are under constant threat from cyberattacks, and organizations must adopt proactive cybersecurity measures.

According to a research study by Sophos, a UK-based IT security services and hardware provider, cyber insurance policies are changing the way manufacturing is protecting their networks. As ransomware threats keep coming, companies are buying cyber insurance policies to protect against costly ransomware attacks that can drive them out of business. Seventy percent of hacked food and beverage companies will go out of business within a year of the attack, according to Capstone Logistics.

Five ways to update your policy and mitigate risks this year and beyond.

The shift toward automation has radically changed the infrastructure requirements for food manufacturers.

What qualities to look for in an industrial Ethernet switch that can provide long-term reliability in an F&B plant.

Having a plan for IT and OT system security and a response to any intrusion will help thwart cyberattacks.

According to a June 1 statement from the USDA, the White House was aware of a ransomware attack against JBS, which has affected the company’s operations, including its facilities in the United States. The USDA is continuing to work closely with the White House, Department of Homeland Security, JBS USA and others to monitor this situation closely and offer help and assistance to mitigate any potential supply or price issues.