Windows XP-based computers, machines and devices are installed EVERYWHERE in industry. They include the white box PCs running important manufacturing, process or production applications on the plant floor, in control rooms and in engineering offices. They also include ruggedized PCs running PLC, DCS andi other device configuration / monitoring applications in your processes.
Furthermore, they include a lightweight version of Windows XP that is in embedded components in thousands of devices that control many factory automation and process control operations. Today, I am going to look at what the end of service (EOS) for the Windows XP OS means for those responsible for keeping industrial processes up and running.
Practical Options for Industrial Applications
Rather than write about this topic, I made a video. This video explains:
| The end of service (EOS) for Windows XP | 0:00 |
| What it means for industrial applications | 0:47 |
| Performing a thorough Windows XP audit | 1:58 |
| The risks to industrial systems from malware introductions | 2:47 |
| The “domino effect” that occurs when an upgrade to an operating system is done | 3:51 |
| An alternative: the industrial firewall solution | 5:04 |
| The benefit of using industrial firewalls to protect your systems | 5:34 |
| Summary | 6:25 |
| Belden’s advice | 7:12 |
| How to contact Belden | 7:37 |
Industrial Firewalls Are an Easy Way to Protect Your Applications
Unfortunately, the EOS for Windows XP means we need to say good-bye to a trusted friend. It is not going to be easy or fast to replace this friend. While your Windows XP upgrade planning and execution is underway, you need to take immediate steps to secure your operations.
I recommend you consider installing industrial firewalls as an immediate security solution that:
- Can be deployed into live networks without disrupting production
- Are simple to install and configure
- Are designed for industrial development from the ground up, including being appropriately ruggedized and certified
- Can be implemented without the domino effect of having to upgrade and test many applications, drivers, computers and equipment
- is cost effective
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迈克·米克洛特
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