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Fortinet Boosts OT Security for Critical Infrastructure

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Enhanced platform delivers deeper threat visibility, segmentation, and secure 5G connectivity

Fortinet, a global cybersecurity leader, has announced major enhancements to its Operational Technology (OT) Security Platform, further protecting critical infrastructure from increasing cyber threats. The updates introduce enhanced threat visibility, expanded ruggedized solutions, and AI-driven security operations, helping organizations secure industrial environments and meet evolving regulations.

“Fortinet has built an industry-leading OT Security Platform over the past 20 years. These latest enhancements empower organizations to strengthen their security posture while ensuring compliance with evolving regulations.”
— Nirav Shah, SVP, Products and Solutions, Fortinet

Key Enhancements to Fortinet’s OT Security Platform

  1. Advanced Threat Detection
    • The FortiGuard OT Security Service now detects threats using 3,300+ OT protocol rules and 1,500 virtual patching rules, protecting against known exploited vulnerabilities (KEVs).
  2. Expanded Secure Segmentation
    • The new FortiSwitch Rugged 108F and 112F-POE enable port-level security, preventing unauthorized lateral movement in OT networks.
  3. Secure 5G Connectivity
    • FortiExtender Rugged 511G and FortiExtender Vehicle 511G provide high-speed, secure 5G connectivity for remote and mobile industrial sites.

“Cyberattacks on critical infrastructure are increasing—organizations must act now.”

— Nirav Shah, SVP, Products and Solutions, Fortinet

Industry Recognition & Customer Success

Fortinet was recognized as the leader in the 2023 Westlands Advisory IT/OT Network Protection Platforms Navigator™ report.

“Our partnership with Fortinet enhances cybersecurity for industrial and commercial buildings, ensuring seamless protection.”
— Manish Goyal, GM, Honeywell Connected Cybersecurity

Fortinet’s comprehensive OT Security Platform helps businesses assess, secure, and comply with regulations through a single, unified solution.

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