Telefónica has awarded Viesgo's infrastructure security with the "Best OT Security Implementation" prize, which encourages the EDP Group's distribution company to continue its commitment to innovation and the digitalisation of its infrastructures and to work on continuous improvement in security and cybersecurity.

The recognition, which reinforces the company's commitment to security, is related to the cultural change in the company, which has made people aware of and internalised the importance of following security requirements and consulting on any cybersecurity concerns.

The term "OT security" identifies anomalous network behaviour, enforces network security policies and tracks local changes in devices, so that the organisation can detect and mitigate risk events in industrial control system environments such as those of distribution companies.

Attacks on an industrial network, unlike IT networks, where data, network devices and company assets are affected, put human lives at risk or can even cause environmental impact damage, so it is essential to protect these types of systems from computer attacks, isolating them with protocols, using specialised software, physical security and with access limited to trained personnel.

Guaranteeing the security of infrastructures and equipment is vital in our company, as we offer an essential service, so it is a priority that everyone in the company is aware of the importance of avoiding risks, preventing any threat and knowing the security protocols.