Phosphorus Cybersecurity Inc.

Innovation meets vulnerability as the world's smartest cities incorporate diverse models and immense quantities of connected sensors, safety mechanisms, and devices requiring monitoring, management, and unified oversight. The December issue of Security Middle East Magazine is now available. It features a piece by Osama AlZoubi on how real-time data and unified xIoT security management make smart cities safer and more efficient. Read it here: https://okt.to/rjW7ew

As we welcome 2025, we reflect on an incredible year at Phosphorus: 🎉 CRN 2024 #StellarStartup recognition as a fast-rising technology vendor in IoT. 🎉 Named to the inaugural IT-Harvest #Cyber150 list. 🎉 Expanded into APJ, protecting critical industries with a stellar team. 🎉 Surpassed 1M devices managed—from password rotations to firmware patching. These achievements wouldn’t be possible without our incredible employees, customers, and partners. Thank you for pushing boundaries with us. Here’s to a 2025 filled with innovation, partnership, and resilience. Happy New Year from all of us at Phosphorus! #HappyNewYear2025

The law required these government agencies to inventory their internet-connected devices by the end of FY 2024 and document how their cybersecurity aligns with federal standards. According to a report, 9 agencies said they wouldn't make the inventory deadline. These agencies need help, and it goes beyond IoT inventory. John Terrill writes for Manufacturing.net. https://okt.to/RxVh7q

But have you heard about the OT/IT divergence? Mark W. Mattei says these systems are going in different directions, but the biggest discussion is really about active querying and remediation. Get the whole conversation on the IoT Security Podcast. https://okt.to/UcG1k4 #IoTSecurity #Podcast #ITOTConvergence #cybersecurity #OTSecurity

’Twas the night before Christmas, and all through the net, Not a threat actor stirring—no breaches, no sweat. The xIoT systems, secured with great care, Ensured that no hackers could set foot in there. The configs were hardened, precise, and robust, With standards in place, no weak links to distrust. No unneeded services—Telnet? All gone! No risky old pathways for bad actors to spawn. Forced HTTPS glistened like fresh-fallen snow, Encrypted connections where data would flow. No default certificates to tarnish the shield, Each one was bespoke—defense firmly sealed. But configs can stray as the systems evolve, So monitoring ran with keen eyes to resolve. Any deviation, a warning would sound, And teams sprang to action, their skills so renowned. From OT to IoT, and IIoT too, Each system was locked with a plan tried and true. For when you reduce your attack surface wide, You leave cyber Grinches no place left to hide. So to all security pros, take note with delight: Secure your configurations and sleep well at night! Merry Christmas to all, and to all, safe xIoT— May your devices be hardened, and ever breach-free! 🎄 #HappyHolidays #IoTSecurity #OTSecurity #BestPractices

Unwrap a BOGO of xIoT Best Practices! Out-of-date firmware and default or weak credentials are massive entry points for malicious actors. Don't let the snow in. Let's close that door. #HappyHolidays #IoTSecurity #OTSecurity #BestPractices

As US authorities consider banning TP-Link routers, which account for two-thirds of the US market, Sonu Shankar says to remember that vulnerabilities in embedded devices are not unique to any one manufacturer or country of origin. Learn about the potential ban and why it might be more about politics and less about exploitation risk at Dark Reading.

Nothing like talking firewalls by the fireplace. Grab a cup of hot cocoa, and let's unwrap the third of our xIoT Best Practices. #HappyHolidays #IoTSecurity #OTSecurity #BestPractices

A recent advisory from the FBI reveals that threat actors are exploiting vulnerabilities in Chinese-branded xIoT devices to infiltrate networks. With billions of IoT and OT devices in use today, securing them can seem overwhelming—but it doesn’t have to be. In this blog, we discuss the impacted devices, the implications for those affected, and how Phosphorus helps organizations act on the FBI’s recommendations to secure their xIoT attack surface effectively and at scale. https://okt.to/sybvzA #IoTSecurity #HiatusRAT #FBI

The industrial sector continues to face escalating cyber threats, yet as John Terrill highlights in his recent blog for Manufacturing.net, a critical gap remains: government agencies lack alignment on cybersecurity priorities, leaving critical resources at risk. This misalignment poses serious challenges for securing critical IoT and OT environments, making it harder for industries to implement proactive measures against ever-evolving threats. John’s insights are a call to action for more effective collaboration and a rethinking of how we approach IoT security at scale. Dive into the full blog here to explore his perspectives. https://okt.to/PWJGND