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IEC 62351

In the energy industry, data and communication protocols are used that do not have their own security mechanisms. This makes it all the more important to protect them appropriately. IEC 62351 is an efficient tool: With the help of the specific standard requirements, process communication between control and telecontrol technology can be secured in the best possible way.

What is IEC 62351?

IEC 62351 is a standard for security in energy management systems and associated data exchange. The standard describes measures that can be used to fulfil the 4 basic requirements for secure data communication and data processing. These are

Authentication
Confidentiality
integrity
non-repudiation.

The aim of IEC 62351 is to implement measures for secure communication in the energy supply.

Special features of IEC 62351

Standard for security in energy management systems and associated data exchange
Refers to the security of data and communication protocols (IEC 60870, IEC 61850)
Helps to identify and reduce security risks in data communication
Is in line with the applicable regulatory requirements
Contributes to sustainable protection against power supply interruptions and failures