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1. Introduction The term operational technology (OT) refers to technologies and systems that are used to monitor, control, and automate different physical processes in industrial systems, including but not limited to manufacturing, energy, and transport sectors. OT can be defined as “hardware and software that detects or causes a change through the direct monitoring and/or control of industrial equipment, assets, processes, and events” [1].

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1. Introduction In this information age connected by a digital landscape, the rapid proliferation of malware poses a significant threat to computer systems and networks. Some malicious software is designed to exploit vulnerabilities and compromise the integrity of systems, leading to data breaches, financial losses, and operational disruptions, with devastating consequences.