INTACT – Integrated Software Toolbox for Secure IoT-to-Cloud Computing

Connecting IoT devices and cloud services opens up many opportunities: from smart cities to networked hospitals. At the same time, the risk of cyberattacks is growing. Even a single security incident can compromise data, disrupt processes, or paralyze critical infrastructure. The INTACT project addresses this issue and develops solutions that increase the security of networked systems while making efficient use of energy and computing power.

INTACT uses digital twins to replicate real IoT and cloud infrastructures virtually. These digital twins then serve as a secure test environment for cyberattacks and threat scenarios. On this basis, risks can be predicted, security measures optimized, and attacks repelled before they affect real systems. The toolbox combines these approaches with artificial intelligence, open standards, and automation to create a scalable and interoperable security solution.

The INTACT toolbox integrates several building blocks for predictive cybersecurity, identity and access management, and continuous monitoring. All processes run automatically to detect and stop threats at an early stage. Open-source components and standardized interfaces ensure that the solution can be flexibly integrated into various industries and IT infrastructures. At the same time, the energy efficiency of the systems remains a central concern.

INTACT is being tested in four pilot applications. In telecommunications, the toolbox protects 5G networks and simulates possible attacks on IoT and cloud systems. In healthcare, the focus is on protecting sensitive patient data and networked medical devices. In the transport sector, secure software updates for vehicles are examined, while security mechanisms for critical infrastructures are under evaluation in the energy supply sector. The pilots show that the toolbox can be used across industries.

With INTACT, we are creating an integrated solution for predictive cybersecurity in Europe. The toolbox increases security, strengthens trust in networked systems, and reduces the energy consumption of digital infrastructures. At the same time, the project promotes networking with European data space initiatives such as Gaia-X and standardizes collaboration in IoT and cloud environments. This way, INTACT lays the foundation for a secure, sustainable, and digital future.