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Glossary: Physical and Wireless Vectors, and Vulnerabilities

OT (operational technology)

Also written: operational technology

Hardware and software that watches or controls physical things, such as Kettle & Crane's roaster. In OT, safety and availability come before confidentiality.

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Related terms

PLC (programmable logic controller)HMI (human-machine interface)ICS (industrial control system)SCADA (supervisory control and data acquisition)ModbusIoT (Internet of Things)