: This is a standalone scanning station designed to neutralize the threat of USB-borne malware. It uses artificial intelligence to scan and sanitize removable media before it is introduced into the OT environment. A lightweight driver on the target OT endpoint ensures that only "validated" (scanned) USBs can be mounted.
Symantec’s approach to OT security is defined not by a separate, siloed product line, but by integration. While niche OT players like Nozomi Networks or Claroty built their empires specifically for the factory floor, Symantec has chosen to extend its existing enterprise architecture into the OT environment. : This is a standalone scanning station designed
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OT environments are notorious for running outdated operating systems—Windows XP and Windows 7 are still commonplace. Symantec has historically maintained robust support for these legacy systems, a crucial requirement for industrial operators who cannot simply "patch and reboot" without incurring massive downtime costs. siloed product line
A lightweight, behavioral-based security engine tailored for fixed-function IoT and OT devices . Unlike traditional antivirus, CSP does not rely on constant cloud connectivity or frequent signature updates. Instead, it uses application whitelisting and hardening to ensure only authorized processes run, which is critical for protecting end-of-life (EOL) operating systems like Windows Server 2008 often found in industrial settings.