Motorola SCADA on Itron Smart City Networks

Role-based Access Control

Verify access to a Motorola MC-Edge is legitimate from both other edge devices or system users with authentication. Assign specific roles and permissions to perform certain operations based on those roles (i.e., security admin could define roles and assign permission to each user.)

Encryption

Data-at-Rest (DAR) protection ensures all sensitive data stored on devices or applications is encrypted with FIPS 140-2 validated AES 256 bit encryption significantly reducing the threat of lifting confidential data from compromised devices. Secure data in transit with end-to-end encryption with AES 256 bit encryption.

Firewall

Permit or deny data transmission into your system or device based on rules and established criteria. All IP messages must pass through a firewall which examines each one and blocks those not meeting security criteria.

Auditing

Monitor suspicious activity such as deviations from the set security policy. Any attempt of unauthorized access to a secured MC-Edge will be blocked and logged. The security log is encrypted and saved in FLASH memory to prevent malicious alteration and can be retrieved for forensic purposes after the event.

Time Window Commands

Add additional layers of defense to limit the risk of replay attacks such as a disgruntled employee with legitimate access. Timestamps are added to the command messages. The subsequent “action” must be received within a designated time and contain elements that match – otherwise the action will be rejected.

Intrusion Detection

Automatically look for malicious activity or violations of security policies. The MC-Edge will only allow legitimate traffic to enter and block malicious activity. Unauthorized activity is logged and can be reported to a designated control center.

Unused Port Deactivation

MC-Edge enables unused ports to be disabled, reducing its vulnerability to unauthorized access.

Network Ready

As the hub for seamless IoT connections, MC-Edge is P25, LTE, Itron GenX and LoRa ready, capable of handling inputs from hundreds of low-power wireless sensors up to 10 km.

Edge Computing

The MC-Edge is a Linux-based machine which provides the ability to deploy software at the edge using its C, Python, IEC61131 Software Development Kits.