The rapid advancement of generative artificial intelligence (AI) is revolutionizing various sectors, including industry and research. However, as with any cutting-edge technology, this evolution brings about a new set of cybersecurity challenges. The landscape of cybersecurity is shifting, necessitating the development of new security measures to protect critical infrastructure. As we move further into the AI era, these infrastructures are being fortified against the next wave of emerging threats.
At the recent S4 conference, which focuses on industrial control systems (ICS) and operational technology (OT) cybersecurity, leading OT providers demonstrated how they are leveraging NVIDIA’s cybersecurity AI platform. This platform is designed to enable real-time threat detection and protect vital infrastructure. Companies such as Armis, Check Point, CrowdStrike, Deloitte, and World Wide Technology (WWT) are integrating this platform to help safeguard critical infrastructures, including those in energy, utilities, and manufacturing, from cyber threats.
Critical infrastructure operates within highly intricate environments. The convergence of IT (Information Technology) and OT (Operational Technology) — a process that has been accelerated by digital transformation — creates a perfect storm of vulnerabilities. Traditional cybersecurity measures are proving insufficient to address these emerging threats effectively.
By harnessing NVIDIA’s cybersecurity AI platform, these companies can gain exceptional insight into critical infrastructure environments. This allows them to achieve robust and adaptive security while ensuring the continuity of operations. The platform integrates NVIDIA’s accelerated computing and AI capabilities, featuring components such as NVIDIA BlueField-3 Data Processing Units (DPUs), NVIDIA DOCA software framework, and the NVIDIA Morpheus AI cybersecurity framework. These components are part of the NVIDIA AI Enterprise suite, which facilitates real-time threat detection and empowers cybersecurity professionals to respond swiftly both at the network edge and across broader networks.
Unlike conventional solutions that rely on intrusive methods or software agents, the BlueField-3 DPUs operate as a virtual security overlay. They inspect network traffic and protect host integrity without disrupting normal operations. Acting as embedded sensors within each server, they stream telemetry data to the NVIDIA Morpheus framework. This enables comprehensive monitoring of host activities, network traffic, and application behaviors — all seamlessly and without impacting operations.
### Driving Cybersecurity Innovation Across Industries
Integrating Armis Centrix, Armis’ AI-driven cyber exposure management platform, with NVIDIA’s cybersecurity AI capabilities helps secure critical infrastructure across various sectors such as energy, manufacturing, healthcare, and transportation. According to Nadir Izrael, Chief Technology Officer and co-founder of Armis, operational technology environments are increasingly targeted by sophisticated cyber threats, necessitating robust solutions that ensure both security and operational continuity. By combining Armis’ unparalleled platform for OT security and cyber exposure management with NVIDIA BlueField-3 DPUs, organizations can comprehensively protect cyber-physical systems without disrupting operations.
CrowdStrike is contributing to the security of critical infrastructure, such as ICS and OT, by deploying its CrowdStrike Falcon security agent on BlueField-3 DPUs. This deployment enhances real-time AI-powered threat detection and response. Raj Rajamani, head of products at CrowdStrike, emphasized the increasing threats faced by OT environments and the need for AI-powered security that adapts in real-time. By integrating NVIDIA BlueField-3 DPUs with the CrowdStrike Falcon platform, they extend industry-leading protection to critical infrastructure without interrupting operations, delivering unified protection at the edge and enabling organizations to stay ahead of modern threats.
Deloitte is facilitating customers’ digital transformation, enabled by NVIDIA’s cybersecurity AI platform, to meet the demands of breakthrough technologies that require real-time, granular visibility into data center networks to defend against increasingly sophisticated threats. Dmitry Dudorov, an AI security leader at Deloitte U.K., noted that protecting OT and ICS systems is becoming increasingly challenging as organizations embrace digital transformation and interconnected technologies. Leveraging NVIDIA’s cybersecurity AI platform can empower organizations to determine threat detection, enhance resilience, and safeguard their infrastructure to accelerate their efforts.
### A Safer Future, Powered by AI
The combination of NVIDIA’s cybersecurity AI platform and the expertise of its ecosystem partners provides a powerful and scalable solution to protect critical infrastructure environments against evolving threats. By bringing NVIDIA AI and accelerated computing to the forefront of OT security, organizations can protect what matters most now and in the future.
For those interested in learning more, the NVIDIA GTC global AI conference, scheduled for March 17-21, will feature sessions hosted by cybersecurity leaders from Armis, Check Point, and CrowdStrike. These sessions will delve into their collaborations with NVIDIA and offer valuable insights into the future of AI-driven cybersecurity solutions. To explore these sessions, visit the NVIDIA GTC sessions on cybersecurity.
In summary, as AI continues to evolve, so too must our approach to cybersecurity. Integrating advanced AI platforms like NVIDIA’s with existing security measures provides the comprehensive protection needed to safeguard our critical infrastructure against the sophisticated threats of tomorrow. By staying informed and leveraging cutting-edge technology, organizations can ensure a secure and resilient future.
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