Remote access is an operational necessity in industrial control system (ICS) environments, enabling vendors, engineers, and operators to monitor and manage critical infrastructure. However, it can also presents a major cybersecurity risk. According to recent intelligence reporting, more than 50% of ransomware incidents in 2024 were traced back to compromised remote access services, such as VPN appliances and Remote Desktop Protocol (RDP) servers. Cyber adversaries have consistently exploited unpatched VPNs, weak authentication practices, and poor network segmentation, making remote access one of the most significant attack vectors in OT security.

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