Industrial AutomationSoftware Integration & Compatibility4HighControls Engineer$ implied
PLC password protection locks or disables the OPC UA server, causing SCADA and mobile app monitoring to hang, with no resolution from vendor support.
ABB's support has been unresponsive and unable to provide a solution after multiple escalation attempts.
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Opp. Score
49
Severity
4High
Willingness to Pay
implied
Added
Aug 31, 2026
Workarounds Described
- Reverted to unprotected PLC version to restore OPC UA functionality
Implied Software Gaps
- Tool to enable password protection on PLC while keeping OPC UA server accessible to authorized clients
App Concept
OPC SecureLink
A middleware solution that manages authentication and security for OPC UA servers on PLCs, ensuring secure login without disrupting client connections. It provides a unified interface to configure security settings and maintain uptime.
Key Features
- Transparent proxy between OPC UA clients and PLC servers
- Granular access control for different clients and data points
- Automatic reconnection and session management
- Audit logging and anomaly detection
Target Users: Automation engineers and integrators in industrial environments using PLCs with OPC UA
Revenue Model: $99/month per PLC license or $999/year subscription
Existing Solutions Mentioned
ABB support
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