- Introduction

Generally speaking, most control systems are computer based. Control systems are used by many infrastructures and industries to monitor and control sensitive processes and physical functions. Typically, control systems collect sensor measurements and

What Are “Control Systems,” and Why Are They Important? ..................................3 Types of Control Systems ..........................................................................................4 Components of a Control System ..............................................................................5 Vulnerability Concerns about Control Systems .........................................................5 Adoption of Standardized Technologies with Known Vulnerabilities .......................6 Connectivity of Control Systems to Unsecured Networks ........................................6 Implementation Constraints of Security Technologies of Control Systems ..............7 Insecure Connectivity to Control Systems .................................................................7 Publicly Available Information about Control Systems .............................................8 Control Systems Are Vulnerable to Attack ................................................................9