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May 22, 2026
In the evolving landscape of industrial automation, the month of May 2026 has brought a significant strategic shift from ABB. With the introduction of “Automation Extended,” the Swiss-Swedish conglomerate is doubling down on its commitment to “innovation with continuity.” For those of us who have spent the last two decades maintaining the legacy backbone of…
May 21, 2026
For over two decades, the name ICS Triplex has been synonymous with the “Gold Standard” of Triple Modular Redundancy (TMR). Whether it’s the Trusted or AADvance platforms, these systems have provided the ultimate safety net for high-hazard environments—from offshore oil platforms to critical chemical reactors. However, as we cross the mid-point of 2026, the landscape…
May 20, 2026
In the high-stakes world of process automation, April and May 2026 have been landmark months for Yokogawa Electric Corporation. The recent announcement of ISASecure System Security Assurance (SSA) Level 1 certification for the latest iterations of CENTUM VP and ProSafe-RS marks a significant leap forward in “Security by Design.” However, for the global fleet of…
May 19, 2026
As we navigate through the second quarter of 2026, the global industrial sector is facing a strategic crossroads. For plant operators relying on GE Vernova’s Mark VIe turbine controls and Bently Nevada’s 3500 series machinery protection systems, the pressure to “evolve” has never been higher. Between the expiration of legacy support contracts and the intensifying…
May 19, 2026
As we navigate the complexities of industrial automation in mid-2026, the resilience of our critical infrastructure remains a paramount concern. Emerson’s Ovation Distributed Control System (DCS) is the bedrock of the global power generation and water treatment sectors. However, recent developments in the cybersecurity landscape, specifically the series of CISA advisories released in May 2026,…
May 18, 2026
Industrial automation in 2026 continues to face an evolving threat landscape, particularly as legacy systems are increasingly connected to modern networks. On May 14, 2026, the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) released a significant update to Advisory ICSA-26-069-03, focusing on Honeywell’s IQ4x series of Building Management System (BMS) controllers. This update, while specific to…
May 15, 2026
The industrial control sector is currently processing one of the most significant security updates of the year. On May 14, 2026, the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) released a major wave of 18 advisories, with a heavy focus on the Schneider Electric Modicon family. For facilities relying on the Modicon M580, M340, and even…
May 14, 2026
As we navigate the second quarter of 2026, the industrial automation landscape is facing a familiar yet intensified challenge: the collision of legacy hardware stability with modern cybersecurity mandates. On May 12, 2026, the industrial world saw a significant wave of security advisories, with Siemens and CISA releasing critical updates for the SIMATIC S7 family….
May 11, 2026
Industrial operators utilizing ABB B&R Automation Runtime systems are facing a critical security crossroads. In May 2026, the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) released advisory ICSA-26-125-03, highlighting significant vulnerabilities that could compromise the stability and safety of manufacturing processes. For facility managers and maintenance engineers, this is a clear signal that the lifecycle management…
May 11, 2026
Industrial automation is currently facing a significant security inflection point. As of early May 2026, the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) has issued a series of critical advisories targeting one of the most bedrock components of modern manufacturing: the Rockwell Automation Allen-Bradley ControlLogix platform. This is not just another routine patch warning; it is…
