Problem Statement
Three years ago, disaster struck. A ransomware attack crept silently into the systems of a leading pharmaceutical manufacturer. In just hours, screens went dark, production lines stalled, and critical research data was locked behind unbreakable encryption. The financial loss was heavy. The reputational cost, even heavier. They paid the price once — and vowed never to pay it again.
But in cybersecurity, memory can fade, and threats can evolve. With operations spread across multiple manufacturing sites and a complex web of IT and OT systems, the company faced a truth: If they didn’t keep checking their walls, the attackers would eventually find a new way in.
Our Approach
When they called Alliance Pro, we knew this was not a routine check — it was a mission to ensure history would not repeat itself
We launched a full-spectrum cybersecurity posture assessment, combining:
01
Grey Box Vulnerability Assessment & Penetration Testing
To think like an attacker and find cracks in their armour
03
Firewall Rule-Set Analysis
To hunt for overly permissive rules that could be an open door to attackers
02
Configuration Reviews
scanning servers, endpoints, network devices, and firewalls for misconfiguration that silently weaken defences
04
OT Firewall Security Checks
Making sure their manufacturing control systems were locked down against lateral movement from IT networks.
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Tech Stack Used
Turning Point
Halfway through the engagement, the scans told a story — one the client didn’t want to hear. Hidden deep in the network, we found vulnerabiliƟes and misconfiguraƟons that could have been the perfect stepping stones for another ransomware aƩack. A misconfigured firewall rule here. An OT access gap there.
Individually, they were small. Together, they were a map straight to the company’s crown jewels. That’s when the leadership realized: This was not about finding problems — it was about stopping the next attack before it started.
Scope & Actions Taken
Outcome
By the time we wrapped up, the company’s defences looked very different from when we started The gaps we found were closed, critical controls were in place, and the OT environment — the heart of their manufacturing — was far more resilient.
Today, they’ve made annual cybersecurity posture assessments a non-negotiable part of their operations
Customer Feedback
Three years ago, we were caught off guard. This Ɵme, we were ready — and we’ll stay ready. Alliance Pro didn’t just check our systems, they tested our future." — CISO, Pharma Manufacturing Firm
Key Takeaways
Your Next Step
Do not wait until the next cyber breach serves as a costly reminder of the vulnerabilities within your organization. Now is the time to take decisive action. Contact Alliance Pro today and safeguard both your Information Technology (IT) and Operational Technology (OT) environments with a comprehensive, proactive cybersecurity posture assessment.
detailed evaluation will identify existing gaps, assess potential threats, and strengthen your defenses before attackers have the chance to exploit them — ensuring your business remains resilient, compliant, and secure in the face of evolving cyber risks.