Security
Operating Manual PITreader, PITreader Firmware V1.5.x
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} Limit Modbus/TCP connections to the internal machine network. Secure the connection
against external networks.
} As soon as possible, install firmware updates that Pilz provides for the product.
} Keep the transponder key in a safe place and protect it from unauthorised access. Advise
users of the security risks of sharing transponder keys.
} Log data may contain personal data. Only store exported logs on a storage medium that
is adequately protected.
} Before disposal, the product must be safely decommissioned. To do this, all the data
must be deleted from the device.
– Set the configuration back to its default settings or delete the configuration.
– Switch off the product.
Company firewall Machine firewall
Company network Machine network
Internet
Configuration computer
Product
Fig.: Example network topology
} Note the network data [ 53] for risk analysis and the security measures.