# Why Is Manufacturing Such a Huge Target for Cyberattacks? (Smart Industry)

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Podcast: [Great Question: A Manufacturing Podcast](https://stenobird.com/podcast/great-question-a-manufacturing-podcast-6380597)
Published: 2026-04-07T06:04:00+00:00
Episode link: https://thetoolbelt.podbean.com/e/podcast-why-is-manufacturing-such-a-huge-target-for-cyberattacks/
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## Resource

In this episode of Great Question: A Manufacturing Podcast, Jennifer Szkatulski of Immersive Labs talks with Smart Industry's Sarah Mattalian about why manufacturers are prime targets for cyberattacks, particularly ransomware, and the far-reaching impact on operations and supply chains. She breaks down how attacks occur—from phishing and credential theft to system infiltration—and how even IT breaches can disrupt production environments. The conversation also highlights emerging risks tied to AI, insider vulnerabilities, and interconnected supplier networks.

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