Manufacturing and industrial organizations often rely on operational technology (OT) networks and ICS systems that weren’t designed with cybersecurity in mind. Penetration testing simulates attacks on both IT and OT layers to identify gaps that could lead to downtime, sabotage, or data exfiltration. It’s also key to compliance with NIST and sector-specific cybersecurity frameworks.
According to Dragos, cyberattacks on industrial control systems increased by 50% in 2023, with targeted ransomware shutting down plants and disrupting supply chains. A single breach can halt operations, impact safety, and lead to millions in downtime and recovery costs. Penetration testing provides critical visibility into exploitable weaknesses and helps harden OT environments against modern threats.