This update expands cross-platform Extended Detection and Response capabilities, streamlines security settings management and provides deeper understanding of network activity. These enhancements enable faster threat detection, easier configuration control, and greater operational efficiency.
According to recent findings from Kaspersky ICS CERT, malicious objects were blocked on 20.5% of ICS computers in the second half of 2025, underscoring the rising cybersecurity risks in industrial environments. To address this, Kaspersky has upgraded its flagship Kaspersky Industrial CyberSecurity (KICS) platform – an XDR-based solution for protecting industrial automation and control systems. The new version enhances protection through expanded XDR capabilities, including Linux node support and advanced incident analysis tools. It also introduces ready-made configuration templates for faster setup, deeper insights into PLCs through agentless polling and log analysis, and extended support for devices like Siemens and Moxa. A new device-centric approach strengthens network integrity monitoring, while semi-automated data collection improves operational efficiency and system stability. Together, these upgrades enable industrial organizations to detect threats faster, reduce downtime, and maintain resilient, secure operations amid escalating cyber challenges.
“Our ongoing commitment is to support our customers in establishing more robust and integrated protection for both their IT and OT environments. The latest release of KICS introduces innovative features that greatly improve the security, visibility, and management of industrial networks. These enhancements enable organizations to better protect their critical infrastructure and respond more effectively to emerging threats. Our aim is to provide industrial companies with smarter, more adaptable solutions that ensure operational resilience and strengthen their overall cybersecurity stance,” comments Andrey Strelkov, Head of the Industrial Cybersecurity Product Line at Kaspersky.
