IT compromises are the most common entry point, responsible for 58% of ICS/OT incidents.

March 4, 2025

IT compromises are the most common entry point, responsible for 58% of ICS/OT incidents. — This cybersecurity statistic was published by OPSWAT & SANS Institute in March 2025. The original data appears in 2025 ICS/OT Cybersecurity Budget Report. For the full methodology and detailed findings, refer to the original report.

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Published on 3/4/2025

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IT compromises are the most common entry point, responsible for 58% of ICS/OT incidents. This data was published by OPSWAT & SANS Institute.

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This statistic comes from 2025 ICS/OT Cybersecurity Budget Report, published by OPSWAT & SANS Institute on March 4, 2025. You can view the original report at https://www.opswat.com/resources/reports/ics-ot-cybersecurity-budget.

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IT compromises are the most common entry point, responsible for 58% of ICS/OT incidents.

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