SEMICON Taiwan 2025 concluded successfully on September 15, where ORing Industrial Networking, a leading provider of industrial networking and cybersecurity solutions, announced a portfolio of new cybersecurity initiatives designed to comply with the SEMI E187 standard. These solutions not only reinforce ORing’s leadership in industrial cybersecurity but also directly addresses the semiconductor industry’s urgent need for equipment protection.

E187: a Unified Security Baseline for Semiconductor Equipment

Given the long service life of semiconductor equipment, often spanning 10 to 15 years, and the complexity of manufacturing environments, traditional cybersecurity measures are no longer sufficient. The SEMI E187 standard, the world’s first semiconductor security framework spearheaded by Taiwan, was introduced to address this challenge. Covering the entire equipment lifecycle from design and operation to maintenance, E187 aims to reduce supply chain vulnerabilities and mitigate risks of malware and ransomware attacks that could disrupt production or compromise data.

The standard defines 12 core requirements across four domains: operating system security, network communication security, endpoint protection, and security monitoring. It also mandates strict compliance measures, such as prohibiting the shipment of equipment with outdated operating systems.

While IEC 62443 focuses on processes and documentation, E187 emphasizes explicit functionalities and technical measures. Together, these standards form a comprehensive cybersecurity framework for equipment vendors, enhancing both supply chain resilience and manufacturing reliability.

ORing as the Trusted Partner for E187 Adoption

With decades of experience in industrial cybersecurity, ORing is uniquely positioned to help semiconductor equipment vendors implement E187. The company holds IEC 62443-4-1 and 4-2 certifications, which serve as third party validation for E187 compliance, and is also officially qualified as an E187 consultant.

ORing provides end-to-end advisory services including self assessment, testing, and remediation. By combining consultancy with its proven security product portfolio such as CyberNAC, and OPS Portable Shield, ORing helps customers meet all 12 E187 requirements efficiently, streamlining compliance and strengthening competitiveness.

Five Core Product Lines Ranging from Protection to Compliance

At SEMICON Taiwan 2025, ORing introduced a comprehensive lineup of E187-ready solutions, spanning threat detection, active defense, and compliance verification:

• IPS-21GC: A ruggedized IPS device capable of operating in harsh environments, supporting both signature- and anomaly-based detection, as well as Modbus packet inspection. It meets IEC 62443-4-2 requirements and features hardware bypass to ensure uninterrupted network connectivity even during power outages.
• OPS Pro: A plug-and-play portable security toolkit designed for on-site maintenance and inspection in fabs. OPS Pro performs health checks, malware scans, and encrypted file transfers without requiring software installation. It also includes a built in SEMI E187 compliance checker that integrates with ICS Checker, automatically generating compliance reports. OPS Pro serves as a “mobile cybersecurity inspector” that transforms real time findings into formal compliance evidence.
• ICS Cracker: An industrial-grade attack simulation platform for semiconductor and OT environments. By replicating real-world ICS attack scenarios, it tests equipment defenses across multiple industrial protocols. Automated vulnerability validation maps findings directly to SEMI E187 and IEC 62443 compliance requirements, providing clear reports that pinpoint security gaps and recommend corrective actions.
• ICS Checker: An automated compliance auditing tool that streamlines the E187 and IEC 62443 validation process. ICS Checker collects system information, inspects configurations, and generates compliance reports with gap analyses. Acting as an “automated audit assistant,” it helps vendors ensure ongoing alignment with international standards.

Accelerating Compliance with Precision

ORing’s product portfolio is carefully aligned with the 12 core requirements of SEMI E187, enabling semiconductor equipment vendors to significantly shorten their compliance journey.

“Our mission is to address the semiconductor industry’s pressing need for equipment security compliance,” said Angus Shih, CEO of ORing Industrial Networking. “Through SEMI E187-certified solutions and consulting services, ORing will be the most reliable cybersecurity partner for equipment manufacturers, strengthening product security from the ground up and safeguarding the global semiconductor supply chain.”