Busting four Common Myths about OT Cybersecurity

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TXOne Networks

12 min read · Apr 15, 2026

Busting four Common Myths about OT Cybersecurity

Operational technology environments face unique cybersecurity challenges that IT solutions alone cannot solve. This white paper debunks myths about OT security, from air-gapped systems to IT firewalls. Discover the AIC Triad, IT-OT collaboration, and why OT-native security is vital for critical infrastructure. Operational technology environments face unique cybersecurity challenges distinct from IT systems. Misconceptions about OT security create vulnerabilities, exposing critical infrastructure to threats that disrupt operations in industries like manufacturing and energy. This white paper debunks four OT cybersecurity myths, highlighting the need for specialized approaches. Topics include: • Why air-gapped systems aren’t isolated in Industry 4.0 • How OT prioritizes availability over confidentiality • The need for IT-OT collaboration to address shared risks Read the white paper to uncover strategies for protecting critical infrastructure.

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