#United States #Cybersecurity #Florida #OPSWAT #MetaDefender

Recapping 2024: Real-World Success of OPSWAT's MetaDefender Platform

OPSWAT, a global leader in cyber security for critical infrastructure protection (CIP), headquartered in Florida, USA, with a branch in Tokyo, Japan, has successfully rolled out its security platform, MetaDefender, in sectors such as energy, healthcare, manufacturing, and IT throughout 2024. This initiative underscores the company’s commitment to supporting organizations facing tremendous cyber security challenges across various industries and regions.

As cyber threats evolve, the urgency for robust security measures intensifies. OPSWAT takes pride in its partnerships, aiming to maintain secure, compliant operations through a culture of cyber security within its client organizations. In 2024, OPSWAT focused on diverse challenges, collaborating with customers to protect sensitive medical data, secure energy grids, and safeguard manufacturing facilities, presenting several notable real-world success stories.

Promoting a Cyber Security Culture

The necessity for comprehensive cyber security measures was evident as organizations faced relentless threats. OPSWAT's strategy consisted of empowering clients to:

• - Ensure file and device security: Only verified files and devices should interact with critical systems.
• - Maintain business continuity: Minimize downtime while operating in high-risk environments.
• - Comply with regulations: Proactively assist clients in staying ahead of changing cyber security standards and requirements.

Highlighting Success Stories of 2024

Each customer success story speaks volumes about the tangible impacts of OPSWAT’s solutions. Here are some standout examples:

Alan Taylor, from one of the leading nuclear decommissioning facilities in the UK, shared the transformation enabled by OPSWAT’s solution that shifted from a manual ‘sheep dip’ approach to an integrated system capable of efficiently scanning and cleaning removable media. He remarked, “We transitioned from blocking removable media to adopting a fully integrated solution for scanning and safeguarding it.”

Omer Kaydal, Director of IT, Cyber, and Infrastructure at a global healthcare provider, detailed how their adoption of OPSWAT’s multi-layered defense protected patient data while meeting regulatory requirements amidst the latest cyber threats: “With OPSWAT, we guarantee data safety; files remain free from malware.”

Thai Duc Phuong, a cybersecurity solutions specialist, highlighted an energy provider's effective use of OPSWAT's file transfer solution. This approach safely cleansed and monitored data across both IT and OT environments, reducing risks in high-stakes sectors. He explained, “OPSWAT ensures that file transfers meet security needs before use in critical IT/OT environments.”

Guy Elmaleh, IT & Cyber Infrastructure Manager at an insurance company, discussed tackling persistent email threats by deploying MetaDefender Email Security. Their implementation significantly reduced malicious email traffic. “Through OPSWAT's MetaDefender, we can cover every entry point: emails, web traffic, file transfers – everything passes through OPSWAT for scanning and cleansing,” he shared.

A major global manufacturing firm protected cross-domain file transfers utilizing OPSWAT’s solutions to guard production lines against malware and other threats. Nguyen Quoc Phong, a cybersecurity solution specialist, affirmed, “OPSWAT not only protects critical assets but also provides the tools and intel needed to enhance our cyber security strategy.”

Moreover, a rapidly growing SaaS platform for HR services utilized OPSWAT’s technology to eliminate malware from file uploads, ensuring global users feel secure using their platform. Tamir Ronen, Chief Information Security Officer, stated, “With OPSWAT's CDR solution, we ensure that files uploaded to our platform are free from malware.”

Looking Ahead

As the world’s critical infrastructure continues to face increasing risks and opportunities, the trust of their customers drives OPSWAT’s ongoing commitment to innovation and evolution. The stories shared and the unwavering dedication to cyber security from their clients reinforce OPSWAT's confidence heading into 2025.

Their journey is built around collaboration, evolving together to create solutions that promote safety and security in our world. Businesses are invited to explore better customer journeys while commencing their own unique paths.

For more detail, visit OPSWAT 2024 Recap.

• ---

About OPSWAT

OPSWAT is a global leader in cyber security for IT, OT, and ICS critical infrastructure, continuously evolving its end-to-end solution platform over the past 20 years. They provide essential advantages for public and private sector organizations to protect complex networks and secure compliance. Guided by the principle, “Trust no file. Trust no device.™,” OPSWAT protects networks, data, and devices against known and unknown threats, zero-day attacks, and malware through patent-protected technologies at every level of infrastructure. Discover how OPSWAT safeguards the world’s critical infrastructure and supports the safety of our lives at OPSWAT Official Site.