Demonstration of Smart Micro Factory Usecase and Componets Used

In the era of Industry 4.0, smart micro factories are revolutionizing manufacturing processes with their agility and efficiency. However, the increased connectivity of IoT devices in these environments also exposes them to new cybersecurity risks. As these facilities become more automated and interconnected, a single compromised device could potentially disrupt entire production lines or lead to intellectual property theft. Therefore, implementing robust security measures is not just a technical necessity but a business imperative. This demonstration showcases an innovative approach developed under the CERTIFY research project, designed to detect and mitigate in response to emerging threats.

The system employs a multi-step process to identify and respond to threats in real-time:

The system continuously monitors the network using advanced SIEM (Security Information and Event Management) and SOAR (Security Orchestration, Automation and Response) tools. These components analyze traffic patterns and device behaviors to identify potential security breaches. The detected threat is immediately shared with the PP-CTI (Privacy-Preserving Cyber Threat Intelligence) & MISP (Malware Information Sharing Platform) component. The threat evidence is anonymised to protect sensitive information before publishing it to the broader MISP network, fostering collaborative threat intelligence without compromising privacy. In an innovative application of the Manufacturer Usage Description (MUD) specification, the system triggers the creation or update of a MUD file tailored to mitigate the specific threat. Simultaneously, a software update to address the threat is published to a repository. The new threat MUD file is associated with the detected threat in MISP, setting off alerts that propagate through the system. This file is then used to enforce mitigation measures through the Device & Domain Manager. Finally, the system applies the mitigation by pushing software updates to affected devices.

This integrated approach ensures a swift and automated response to threats in real-time, significantly reducing the window of vulnerability for IoT devices.

The CERTIFY IoT security system introduces several innovative approaches to securing smart micro factories. By dynamically generating and updating MUD files in response to detected threats, the system extends the traditional use of MUD from static device descriptions to active threat mitigation. This approach allows for rapid, automated reconfiguration of network access controls, adapting the security posture in real-time.

The integration of privacy-preserving threat intelligence sharing through PP-CTI addresses a critical challenge in cybersecurity collaboration, enabling organizations to contribute to collective defense without compromising sensitive information. Furthermore, the seamless orchestration of multiple components - from threat detection to automated mitigation - represents a holistic approach to IoT security. This end-to-end automation significantly reduces response times and minimizes the need for manual intervention, making it particularly suitable for the fast-paced, high-stakes environment of smart micro factories.