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Press Release29 November 2018Process Industries and DrivesNuremberg
Siemens gains IEC 62443 certification for secure system integration services
The picture shows the presentation of the certificates within the SPS IPC Drives 2018
At this year's SPS IPC Drives, Siemens was presented with three certificates by TÜV SÜD. The certification in compliance with IEC 62443-2-4 is based on the "Secure Solution Framework", a generic product processing and engineering process developed by Siemens, and the necessary security documentation.
Forming the essential basis for the IEC-62443-3-3 certification of standard solutions from Siemens are the Simatic PCS 7 process control system and the Simatic Net portfolio comprising switches, routers and firewalls.
The international IEC 62443 standard describes an IT security concept based on the multi-layered "Defense-in-Depth" approach. This entails the direct integration of device and system suppliers, system integrators and operators, making them an integral part of the overall solution. On the basis of the IEC 62443, companies are able to review potential weak spots in their control and management technology and develop effective protective measures.
Holistic security enables digitalization
To enable the further development of security-certified automation products and systems, Siemens is pursuing a holistic security approach. By gaining certification compliant to IEC 62443-2-4 and -3-3 for project processing in the industrial solutions sector, Siemens is demonstrating that its own automation solutions are based on the very latest international standards when it comes to cyber security, making them the ideal choice for secure system integration - to the benefit of its customers. With cyber security representing one of the most important building blocks of the digital transformation, simply relying on the security of certified products and systems is not enough. Alongside a secure operator concept, secure system integration and solution implementation in conformity with IEC62443 must form part of any truly secure solution.
For further information on Industrial Security, please see www.siemens.com/industrialsecurity
For this press release
Siemens AG (Berlin and Munich) is a global technology powerhouse that has stood for engineering excellence, innovation, quality, reliability and internationality for more than 170 years. The company is active around the globe, focusing on the areas of electrification, automation and digitalization. One of the largest producers of energy-efficient, resource-saving technologies, Siemens is a leading supplier of efficient power generation and power transmission solutions and a pioneer in infrastructure solutions as well as automation, drive and software solutions for industry. With its publicly listed subsidiary Siemens Healthineers AG, the company is also a leading provider of medical imaging equipment – such as computed tomography and magnetic resonance imaging systems – and a leader in laboratory diagnostics as well as clinical IT. In fiscal 2018, which ended on September 30, 2018, Siemens generated revenue of €83.0 billion and net income of €6.1 billion. At the end of September 2018, the company had around 379,000 employees worldwide. Further information is available on the Internet at www.siemens.com.
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