HMS Networks Anybus Defender industrial network security appliances

HMS Networks has launched its Anybus Defender range, a suite of industrial network security appliances designed to safeguard critical infrastructures.

The series provides a firewall to protect operational technology (OT) networks. Specifically designed for industrial control systems, the primary use cases are network segmentation in line with ISA/IEC 62443-3-3, network address translation with traffic filtering and deep packet inspection (DPI) on industrial protocols to enable protection of industrial assets. The range is suitable for machine builders who want to embed security in their offering as well as asset owners in manufacturing and critical infrastructures looking to upgrade their existing networks with new protection strategies.

The range features four models to meet diverse security needs. Anybus Defender Compact 1004 is a space-efficient solution for smaller industrial environments, offering robust protection without compromising on protection use cases. Anybus Defender 4002 is a firewall designed for medium-sized networks, combining advanced security features with ease of deployment. Anybus Defender 6004 is designed for larger installations — offering enhanced security capabilities and comprehensive network protection — while Anybus Defender 6024 is the flagship model, engineered for the most demanding industrial applications, providing extensive security and network coverage.

The products are designed for physical segmentation strategies and come with various port configurations, from RJ-45 Ethernet to SFP ports supporting copper or fibre connectivity. Anybus Defender 4002, 6004 and 6024 are available with three different licenses enabling various security use cases.