Open Source Software: ICSNPP: Advanced Industrial Control System Protocol Parsing for Zeek
In an era where industrial control systems (ICS) are increasingly targeted by sophisticated threats, ensuring robust network security is paramount. ICSNPP (Industrial Control System Network Protocol Parsers) emerges as a critical solution, providing an advanced protocol parser suite that integrates seamlessly with the Zeek network security monitoring framework.
The evolution of cyber threats targeting industrial environments necessitated the development of specialized tools capable of understanding and monitoring the unique protocols these systems use. DHS/CISA funded ICSNPP to address this gap, enhancing hunt and incident response capabilities within ICS environments. This project aims to bolster the security of CISA's network sensors and democratize access to this advanced technology by making it open-source on GitHub.
ICSNPP is a collection of Zeek plugin protocol parsers tailored for the industrial control sector. It currently supports four major ICS protocols: BACnet, DNP3, Ethernet/IP, and Modbus, with expansion plans. Unlike general Zeek protocol parsers, ICSNPP delves into the intricacies of ICS communications, offering detailed insights into network activities. This enables more effective monitoring, threat detection, and incident response in critical infrastructure networks.
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Elevate your industrial control system's security posture with ICSNPP. Visit our GitHub page to download the plugin suite, contribute to its development, or learn how it can transform your network security and incident response capabilities.
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