The manufacturing sector is transforming through Industry 4.0, integrating physical and digital systems for greater efficiency and growth. This shift has increased cybersecurity risks due to vulnerabilities in digital elements and global tensions. In Germany, cybercrime caused €205.9 billion in losses in 2023, with projections reaching €266.6 billion in 2024, and global cybercrime costs are expected to rise to $13.82 trillion by 2028. A Bitkom e.V. study found that 80% of German companies experienced cyberattacks, with two-thirds fearing for their survival. Cyberattacks, particularly targeting operations and production systems, rose by 7% between 2023 and 2024, alongside a 15% increase in theft of physical documents and patents. The integration of IT and OT systems through technologies like 5G, AI, and cloud computing has expanded attack surfaces and created new vulnerabilities. Legacy systems integrated into modern setups further exacerbate security risks. Companies identify the greatest risks as data breaches, critical infrastructure attacks, and disruptions to digital supply chains. The EU has introduced regulations like the NIS2 Directive and the Cyber Resilience Act to strengthen cybersecurity and ensure supply chain resilience. Compliance with these regulations is essential for protecting sensitive data and building trust with customers and partners.