Key2XS News & Insights

ASSA Abloy Cliq

Mobile Phones in Critical Infrastructure: Operational Superpower or Unmanaged Attack Surface?

Mobile phones have become part of the operating model of critical infrastructure. Engineers use them to receive work orders, identify assets,...

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Jun 29, 2026 • min read

Security

When the Attacker Does Not Hack the Firewall, but the Identity

In critical infrastructure, sabotage is still too often framed as a cyber problem. Malware, phishing, ransomware, compromised OT environments and...

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Jun 22, 2026 • min read

DNV

Energy resilience fails when physical access is unmanaged

Energy resilience is no longer only about generation capacity, grid investment, cybersecurity or emergency planning. It is about control.

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Jun 18, 2026 • min read

News

The Northbridge Challenge

When people talk about identity governance, they usually talk about applications, cloud platforms, privileged accounts and business systems. Physical...

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Jun 15, 2026 • min read

ASSA Abloy Cliq

Identity Governance Does Not Stop at the Front Door

But when it comes to physical access, many organizations still have a blind spot. The same organization that can tell exactly who has access to which...

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Jun 8, 2026 • min read

Compliance

News CER Implementation in the EU: From Legal Deadline to Operational Reality juni 1, 2026

The EU Critical Entities Resilience Directive, CER, is no longer a future compliance topic. It is now an execution issue. The Directive entered into...

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Jun 1, 2026 • min read

News

10 things not to do when securing critical infrastructure

Critical infrastructure security is not about adding more controls. It is about closing the gap between identity, physical access and operational...

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May 18, 2026 • min read

ASSA Abloy Cliq

Key2XS and SailPoint. One Click to Connect Digital Identity with Physical Access

The Key2XS platform integrates seamlessly with SailPoint, extending identity governance from digital systems into the physical access domain. With...

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May 11, 2026 • min read

News

Top 8 Features in Physical Access Management Software

Here are the top 8 features modern physical access management software should provide.

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Apr 30, 2026 • min read

ASSA Abloy Cliq

How the Key2XS Platform Cuts the Cost of Key Management

Key2XS changes the equation by connecting physical key systems to modern IAM and governance processes. The result is lower administrative cost,...

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Apr 28, 2026 • min read

ASSA Abloy Cliq

Why Datacenters Need Identity-Driven Physical Access

Datacenter security does not stop at the front door. Read how Key2XS connects IAM to physical access for cages, cabinets and racks, with revocable,...

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Apr 20, 2026 • min read

ASSA Abloy Cliq

Why Electromechanical Keys and Locks Are Still Used in Critical Infrastructure

Discover why electromechanical keys and locks remain essential in critical infrastructure, and how Key2XS connects physical access to IAM, governance...

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Apr 13, 2026 • min read

ASSA Abloy Cliq

Why Key Systems Fundamentally Differ from Card Systems

Ontdek de fundamentele verschillen tussen mechanische sleutel- en kaartystemen en waarom dit cruciaal is voor de beveiliging en governance in uw...

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Apr 7, 2026 • min read

ASSA Abloy Cliq

Smart key systems are IT. Treat them that way.

Beheer slimme sleutelsystemen als IT voor betere governance, lagere kosten en verhoogde auditbaarheid. Vermijd dure conversies met een geleidelijke,...

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Feb 19, 2026 • min read

CER Compliance

CER compliance calendar for newly appointed critical entities

Compliance calendar for CER requirements and obligations for newly designated critical entities, including key dates and requirements for risk...

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Feb 15, 2026 • min read

Compliance

CER implementation across the EU. Status as of 8 February 2026

Current status of the EU CER Directive and the challenges Member States face in implementation, with practical guidance for essential service...

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Feb 8, 2026 • min read

News

How the Key2XS Mobile App Creates a Seamless Operational Layer Across CLIQ, iLOQ and the Key2XS Platform

Meta Description: Discover how the Key2XS mobile app creates seamless operational layers across CLIQ, iLOQ, and the Key2XS platform for critical...

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Jan 12, 2026 • min read

Compliance

SoftBank’s third-party data breach: what happened, what was exposed, and how Key2XS would have changed the story

Understand how Key2XS could have prevented the SoftBank data breach by addressing weaknesses in physical security and identity governance.

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Dec 1, 2025 • min read

News

The Strategic Importance of NIS2 and CER Reporting and Why Key2XS Makes It Operationally Mandatory

Essential Insight into NIS2 and CER Compliance: Why Key2XS Makes Automated Reporting Crucial for the Operational Resilience of Critical...

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Nov 24, 2025 • min read

ASSA Abloy Cliq

Closing the maturity gap in physical access: how Key2XS gets operators to CER compliance, fast, then right

European energy operators sit on uneven ground. Dutch DSOs are relatively advanced on digitalization, yet many still lag on key management. In...

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Nov 17, 2025 • min read

ASSA Abloy Cliq

Seamless Transitions: How Key2XS Simplifies Migration Between IAM and Locking Systems

Naadloze migraties: Ontdek hoe Key2XS snelle en veilige overgangen tussen IAM- en sluitsystemen mogelijk maakt, zonder downtime of...

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Nov 3, 2025 • min read

ASSA Abloy Cliq

Cards vs Keys: Why Physical Key Systems Still Dominate Critical Infrastructure

Vergelijking van kaart- en sleutelsystemen voor kritieke infrastructuur en waarom fysieke sleutels nog steeds de voorkeur hebben voor operationele...

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Oct 27, 2025 • min read

Security

Smart Lock Vulnerabilities: Why Governance and Patented Integration Are Now Critical

Ontdek hoe Key2XS smart lock-beveiliging verbetert met gepatenteerde technologieën voor naadloze integratie van digitale identiteit en fysieke...

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Oct 24, 2025 • min read

ASSA Abloy Cliq

Securing Healthcare Access: How Key2XS Strengthens Compliance and Operational Resilience

Ontdek hoe Key2XS de fysieke toegang in de gezondheidszorg automatiseert en compliance en operationele veerkracht versterkt volgens de CER- en...

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Oct 20, 2025 • min read

Entra ID

Anatomy of a Hacktivist Attack – and How Key2XS Helps Prevent It

A Russian-aligned hacktivist group recently targeted a water-treatment ICS. Learn what went wrong — and how Key2XS bridges IT & OT to stop similar...

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Oct 13, 2025 • min read

News

Key2XS Deployment Models: Secure, Flexible, and Built for Critical Infrastructure

Flexibele beveiligingsoplossingen voor kritieke infrastructuur. Ontdek hoe Key2XS, aangedreven door KubeDNA, naadloos IT en OT verenigt zonder...

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Oct 6, 2025 • min read

Industry Insight

Unlocking Efficiency and Compliance: The Benefits of Key2XS in a Multinational Environment

Ontdek hoe Key2XS multinationals helpt bij efficiënte en conforme toegangsbeheer door digitale en fysieke toegang te integreren in één governance...

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Sep 29, 2025 • min read

Industry Insight

Using Key2XS in the Transportation Sector under the CER Directive

Verhoog de veerkracht van transportinfrastructuur onder de CER-richtlijn met Key2XS: naadloze integratie van IAM en elektronische sleutelbeheer voor...

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Sep 22, 2025 • min read

Integration

Direct Coupling vs. Key2XS Mediation: Two Paths to Managing Physical Key Systems with IAM

Directe koppeling versus Key2XS-mediation: ontdek twee benaderingen voor het beheren van fysieke sleutelsystemen met IAM en waarom Key2XS superieure...

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Sep 15, 2025 • min read

Investment

Key2XS secures €750,000 Investment from CTRL+ALT+INVEST to bring governance and automation to Physical Key Management

Key2XS ontvangt €750.000 investering van CTRL+ALT+INVEST om governance en automatisering naar fysiek sleutelbeheer te brengen, gericht op kritieke...

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Sep 11, 2025 • min read

Industry Insight

Keeping Rotterdam’s Refineries Safe with Key2XS and Proving CER Compliance

Verbeter de veiligheid van Rotterdamse raffinaderijen en voldoe aan de CER-richtlijn met Key2XS door digitale identiteiten te koppelen aan...

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Sep 8, 2025 • min read

Industry Insight

Securing Harbours in the Digital Age with Key2XS

Beveilig havens in het digitale tijdperk met Key2XS door fysieke en digitale toegangsrechten in één intelligent systeem te integreren voor verbeterde...

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Sep 1, 2025 • min read

Industry Insight

Enhancing Airport Security and Efficiency with Key2XS

Verbeter de beveiliging en efficiëntie van luchthavens met Key2XS door fysieke en digitale toegangsbeheer te integreren en te voldoen aan NIS2 en CER...

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Aug 25, 2025 • min read

Product Update

Bridging Worlds: How Logical and Physical Access Are Converging and Why Key2XS Is Out in Front

Verken hoe Key2XS IT- en fysieke toegang samenbrengt, met één identiteitsbeheer voor verhoogde veiligheid en naleving van regelgeving. CER NIS2...

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Aug 18, 2025 • min read

Use Case

Coordinated Break-In at Power Plant Thwarted by Rapid CRO and CISO Response

Gecoördineerde aanval op energiecentrale voorkomen door snelle CRO en CISO actie, benadrukkend het belang van CER- en NIS2-naleving voor beveiliging...

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Aug 11, 2025 • min read

CER Compliance

Why Revoking Access Instantly is a Non-Negotiable in a Digital Key System

Waarom directe toegangsintrekking cruciaal is in digitale sleutelsystemen. Leer hoe Key2XS zorgt voor onmiddellijke, veilige en conforme...

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Aug 4, 2025 • min read

CER Compliance

Unlocking Value: The ROI of Implementing Electronic Key Systems Ahead of CER 2026

Ontdek hoe elektronische sleutelsystemen kosten besparen en voldoen aan de CER 2026 richtlijnen voor kritieke infrastructuren. === Generated Blog...

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Jul 29, 2025 • min read

Integration

Bridging the Gap: Solving On-Prem and SaaS-Managed Access Rights for Digital Keys

Beheer fysieke en digitale sleutels naadloos met IAM-integratie voor verbeterde beveiliging en naleving. Ontdek hoe Key2XS helpt bij het unificeren...

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Jul 14, 2025 • min read

CER Compliance

The Overlap Between NIS2 and CER: What Critical Entities Need to Know

Ontdek de overlap tussen de NIS2 en CER richtlijnen en hoe kritieke entiteiten deze kunnen integreren voor optimale beveiliging en veerkracht....

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Jul 7, 2025 • min read

CER Compliance

CER Compliance Reporting: Best Practices for Supply Chain Resilience

Ontdek de beste praktijken voor CER-compliancerapportage en hoe u uw toeleveringsketen veerkrachtig kunt maken tegen moderne bedreigingen. ===...

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Jun 30, 2025 • min read

CER Compliance

Why IGA-Controlled Electronic Key Systems Are Essential Under the CER Directive

Integreer IGA-gestuurde elektronische sleutelbeheersystemen voor naleving van de CER-richtlijn en verbeterde beveiliging van kritieke infrastructuur....

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Jun 24, 2025 • min read

CER Compliance

How the CER Directive Drives Critical Entities Towards Electronic Key Systems

Ontdek hoe de CER-richtlijn kritieke entiteiten verplicht om over te stappen van mechanische naar elektronische sluitsystemen voor verbeterde...

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Jun 18, 2025 • min read

CER Compliance

Building Resilience: What Every Critical Entity Needs to Know About the CER Directive

Ontdek hoe de CER-richtlijn de veerkracht van kritieke entiteiten in Europa versterkt en welke stappen uw organisatie moet nemen om compliant te...

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Jun 11, 2025 • min read

CER Compliance

USE CASE: Dual Threat to Rail Infrastructure – Flooding and Sabotage at Central Rail Hub

Gebruikscase: EuroRail Logistics ervaart een dubbele dreiging door overstromingen en cyberaanvallen, waarbij snelle coördinatie en CER-naleving...

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Jun 10, 2025 • min read

CER Compliance

CRO vs. CISO: Distinct but Complementary Roles Under the CER Directive

Ontdek de cruciale rollen van CRO en CISO onder de CER-richtlijn en hoe ze samenwerken om de veerkracht en veiligheid van kritieke infrastructuur te...

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Jun 6, 2025 • min read

CER Compliance

Case Study: How the CRO Averted Escalation During a National Grid Sabotage Attempt

CRO Elena Smith voorkomt een nationale ramp door snelle, gecoördineerde actie tijdens een sabotagepoging op TerraVolt's elektriciteitsnet in maart...

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Jun 5, 2025 • min read

CER Compliance

The Rise of the Chief Resilience Officer: How the CER Directive Forces Organizational Change

Ontdek hoe de CER-richtlijn de rol van Chief Resilience Officer creëert, essentieel voor naleving en bedrijfscontinuïteit in kritieke sectoren. ===...

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Jun 4, 2025 • min read

CER Compliance

USE CASE: Sabotage via Compromised Contractor Access at NorthGrid Power Station

Beveiligingsincident bij NorthGrid Power Station onderstreept belang van CER-richtlijnen en robuuste toegangscontrole bij derde partijen. Ontdek hoe...

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Jun 3, 2025 • min read

CER Compliance

Legal Accountability in the Energy Sector Under the CER Directive: A New Era of Responsibility

Ontdek de juridische verantwoordelijkheden en verplichtingen voor de energiesector onder de CER-richtlijn en hoe bedrijven zich moeten voorbereiden...

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Jun 2, 2025 • min read