Operational Technology

Operational Technology

Defending Critical Infrastructure in the Age of Internet-Connected Facilities

Learn how utilities can reduce exposure, secure remote connectivity, strengthen access controls, and build greater cyber resilience across distributed OT environments with the Fortinet OT Security Platform.

By Pat Vitalone September 01, 2026

Operational Technology

Fortinet Achieves IEC 62443-4-2 Security Level 4 Certification for FortiOS 7.6

Fortinet achieves IEC 62443-4-2 Security Level 4 certification, reinforcing its commitment to delivering secure-by-design cybersecurity solutions for OT, critical infrastructure, and industrial automation and control systems.

By Aasef Iqbal August 05, 2026

Operational Technology

While OT Security Is Maturing, Risk Is Not Slowing Down

The 2026 State of OT and Cybersecurity Report shows OT security maturity is improving, but visibility, intrusions, regulations, and ransomware remain major concerns.

By Richard Springer June 09, 2026

Operational Technology

Fortinet Named a Challenger in the 2026 Gartner® Magic Quadrant™ for Cyber-Physical Systems Protection Platforms

Fortinet’s Recognition for the Fortinet OT Security Platform marks Fortinet’s 11ᵗʰ Gartner Magic Quadrant inclusion, and we believe reinforces the strength of a platform-driven approach across IT and OT

By Richard Springer March 16, 2026

Operational Technology

New Fortinet OT Security Partnerships Help Secure Mobile and Fixed Cyber-Physical Systems

Fortinet and Parsec have partnered to deliver the Emergency Connectivity Kit (ECK), a secure, portable networking solution for emergency response, critical infrastructure, and mission-critical operations when traditional connectivity fails.

By Pat Vitalone February 25, 2026

Operational Technology

Fortinet Achieves IEC 62443-4-1 ML2 Certification for Secure Product Development

Fortinet has achieved IEC 62443-4-1 Maturity Level 2 certification, validating its Secure Product Development Lifecycle and reinforcing trust for IACS, OT, and critical infrastructure customers.

By Aasef Iqbal February 24, 2026

Operational Technology

From Insight to Action: What the 2025 SANS ICS/OT Security Report Means for You

Learn how to turn critical findings from the SANS State of ICS/OT Security 2025 report into practical steps to strengthen your industrial cyber resilience.

By Richard Springer December 05, 2025

Operational Technology

Fortinet Wins 2025 Red Dot Product Design Award for FortiGate Rugged Series

Fortinet has received the 2025 Red Dot Product Design Award for the FortiGate Rugged Series, recognizing its compact, purpose-built design that brings trusted Fortinet security to the industrial edge.

By Aasef Iqbal November 11, 2025

Fortinet News & Updates | Operational Technology

Securing Critical Infrastructure: Why OT Requires a Threat-Informed Defense

Highlights from the Threat-informed defense for OT and 2025 Fortinet Global Threat Landscape report. Learn more.

By Derek Manky and Richard Springer July 11, 2025

Fortinet News & Updates | Operational Technology

Key Findings from the Fortinet 2025 Operational Technology Security Report

Fortinet’s 2025 State of Operational Technology and Cybersecurity Report provides a detailed examination of how organizations are addressing the increasing risks faced by today’s OT networks. Get highlights of the current state of OT security, including the progress made, the pressure OT teams still face, and the priorities shaping the future of OT environments.

By Fortinet July 09, 2025