- By:
- Forihat, Yahya; Taylor, Curtis R; Asmar Awad, Rima L; Ahmed, Irfan
- Page Number:
- 65-84
- Volume:
- 725
- Book Title:
- Critical Infrastructure Protection XVIII
- Publication Date:
- September 15, 2025
- Publisher Location:
- Springer, Cham, Switzerland
- Conference Name:
- 18th IFIP WG 11.10 International Conference (ICCIP 2024)
- Conference Location:
- Arlington, Virginia, United States of America
- Conference Sponsor:
- Various
- View DOI Listing:
- https://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-031-81888-2_4
Abstract
Subtractive manufacturing systems, specifically, computer numerical control machines, have revolutionized the manufacturing industry. Computer numerical control machining is the preferred method for producing finished parts due to its efficiency, speed and suitability for high-volume production. Securing computer numerical control machines is a priority. Compromises or disruptions of these machines can result in significant downtime, loss of productivity and financial loss. This study examines the vulnerabilities and risks associated with computer numerical control machines, in particular, systems utilizing the LBP16 protocol for controller-machine communications. The study reveals that an adversary can execute cyber-physical attacks such as sabotage and denial of service. The potential security threats emphasize the importance of implementing robust security measures to mitigate the cyber risks to computer numerical control machines.
