(Supply Chain) Modern lateral movement travels through trust, not firewalls. Many still rely on network segmentation as their primary defense. However, operational reality demonstrates that vulnerabilities in OT (Operational Technology) are frequently exploited via lateral movement, originating from seemingly insignificant secondary production sites. To counter this, behavior analysis is crucial; it allows us to identify the underlying patterns of these threat actors and detect their activity long before they reach critical assets. The real challenge isn't just technical it's one of governance: how do you articulate the necessity for security investment to a CFO who views risks solely as theoretical? Key Takeaway: In 2026, security is no longer a department; it is a resilience chain. If one link fails even thousands of kilometers away the operational impact is felt immediately in local production. Advice: To protect your company you need to use behavior analysis on the attacker, beside the classic measures. How are you managing supply chain risks in hybrid manufacturing environments? 🛡️ Full reports 026/052 on aether-intel.com