More than just technology: What truly makes our critical infrastructure vulnerable

Cyberattacks on companies, government agencies, and critical infrastructure have long been commonplace. But how resilient are our systems really? In this interview, Mr. Taubert, Vice President Defence & Space at secunet Security Networks, discusses why Germany is in a better position than its reputation suggests—but still lags behind the actual threat landscape. The discussion covers the vulnerability of critical infrastructure, the interplay of IT, OT, and processes, the role of cloud and AI, and the question of what digital sovereignty truly means today. One thing becomes clear: resilience is not purely a technical challenge, but requires a fundamental shift in organizational thinking, decision-making structures, and mindsets.