Advantech Enhances Railway Cybersecurity with ITA-580: A Robust Edge-Secured System for Rolling Stock
11/14/2024
Taipei, Taiwan, November, 2024 – Advantech (TWSE: 2395), a global leader in industrial IoT, proudly announces that its ITA-580 EN 50155 Fanless Computer has successfully passed the Microsoft Azure Certified Edge Secured-core (ESC) certification. This achievement ensures that the ITA-580 provides robust protection against cybersecurity threats, further enhancing operational safety and security in the railway sector. As cyber risks to critical infrastructure such as railways continue to grow, governments worldwide are enacting stricter regulations, including the Cyber Resilience Act (CRA) in the EU and Executive Order 14028 in the US. In response, Advantech’s ITA-580 delivers an ESC-compliant solution that meets the highest security standards demanded by modern railway systems.
Engineered for Resilience and Security
The ITA-580 is EN 50155-compliant and integrates advanced cybersecurity features, ensuring it meets both hardware and software security requirements at the highest level. As part of its ESC certification, the ITA-580 offers comprehensive protections, helping railway operators prevent, detect, and mitigate cyberattacks.
Secured by Microsoft ESC Standards
Bolstered by Microsoft’s ESC standards, the ITA-580 incorporates cutting-edge security mechanisms, including secure boot processes and lifetime device security management. This ensures continuous protection, making it a critical asset in safeguarding railway operations from increasingly sophisticated threats.
Supporting Digital Transformation in Rail Transport
The ITA-580 goes beyond security, enabling advanced functionalities like obstacle detection, people counting, and pantograph monitoring. It is not only designed to meet today’s cybersecurity challenges but also to support the digital transformation of rail transport, ensuring compliance with emerging global regulations.
Key Features of the ITA-580
- 11th Gen Intel® Core™ H-Series platform with RM590E
- SuperCap-based power backup module for uninterrupted operation during power failures
- Time-Sensitive Networking (TSN) technology for precise data transmission
- Virtualization support for multi-tasking capabilities
- Advanced 5G and Wi-Fi 6 wireless connectivity
- LAN bypass for redundant communications
- Compliant with EN 50155 OT4
- Wide-range 24-110VDC power input, meeting EN 50155 standards
Advantech’s ITA-580 exemplifies the company’s commitment to driving secure, reliable, and future-proof railway solutions. As the industry continues to prioritize cybersecurity, the ITA-580 is positioned to lead the way in safeguarding critical rail operations while supporting seamless digital transformation. Advantech ITA-580 is available for order now. For more information please contact your local sales support team or visit the Advantech website at www.advantech.com. For more information about Intelligent Transportation Systems, please visit our solution portal.
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