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Securing CCTV Systems Across Rail Environments

CCTV systems play a critical role in safety, security, and incident response across stations, depots, onboard vehicles, and right-of-way infrastructure. These systems increasingly rely on IP connectivity and centralized management, making them part of the operational technology environment rather than isolated security tools.

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Challenges

The Main Challenges in Securing CCTV Systems

CCTV systems are widely distributed and highly networked

Cameras, NVRs (Network Video Recorders), and management platforms span stations, depots, vehicles, and control rooms. This distribution creates a large attack surface. IoT devices often have weak security, complicating centralized oversight.

Video systems often share infrastructure with other operational networks

CCTV may coexist with signaling, station systems, or corporate networks, increasing the risk of lateral movement if compromised.

Availability and integrity are critical during incidents

CCTV systems must remain reliable during emergencies, investigations, or safety events, limiting tolerance for downtime or intrusive security actions.

OUR Solution

How CylusOne Secures CCTV Systems

Operational Awareness of CCTV Within Rail OT

CylusOne secures CCTV environments by monitoring communication between cameras, recorders, and management systems as part of the broader OT network. It establishes a baseline of normal video system behavior across locations and operational states.

Identifying Abnormal Access and Video System Behavior

CylusOne identifies abnormal access patterns, unexpected data flows, or changes in system interaction that could indicate compromise or misuse. This allows teams to investigate risks to video integrity without disrupting recording or monitoring functions.

Protecting CCTV as a Trusted Rail Safety Asset

CylusOne supports rail-safe response by providing context that links CCTV activity to the wider operational environment. This helps teams protect video systems as trusted safety and security assets while maintaining continuous operation.

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