The advent of Industry 4.0 demands secure remote access to manage and monitor geographically dispersed edge devices. Traditional methods can increase an organization's attack surface by exposing ports, enabling man-in-the-middle attacks, and leaving data vulnerable.

Cellular router supplier Digi International announced the integration of Atsign’s NoPorts technology with the Digi IX40 cellular routers, enhancing security for Industry 4.0 deployments with an aim to provide robust and secure remote access to critical edge infrastructure. NoPorts offers a zero-trust connection using cryptographic authentication and end-to-end encryption, eliminating the need for exposed Internet-facing ports and reducing the attack surface for critical devices.
NoPorts establishes a secure, zero-trust connection utilizing cryptographic authentication and end-to-end encryption specifically designed to extend secure access to devices on private networks, like those behind Digi 5G routers. Key benefits of NoPorts include dynamic network compatibility, universal protocol support, simplified management, and enhanced visibility.
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