Whitepaper: Physical security in data centres
The data centre industry is growing rapidly. According to estimates by the digital association Bitkom, IT connection capacity in Germany alone will increase by over 77 percent by 2030. Growth drivers are primarily co-location data centres shared by different companies. Around 10,000 companies in Germany – almost half of the total national data centre capacity – now use such services.
Physical security leaks: Why data centres need more than cybersecurity
While data centres usually run a wide range of cyber defence tools and invest heavily in firewalls hardening and encryption technologies, one crucial aspect in data security often remains overlooked: physical security. These “blind spots on the security landscape” can have fatal consequences - because what use is the best cybersecurity when sensitive areas in the analogue world are inadequately protected?
Attackers explore vulnerabilities in door locks, airlocks, or elevators to gain access to terminals, IoT interfaces, or server cabinets. Simple mechanical locking systems are not sufficient, especially in shared server hosting environments, as unauthorised access cannot be prevented or tracked without an effective electronic access control system and logging. This seems all the more important as attacks are not necessarily carried out from the outside, but often by “malicious insiders” who use sophisticated social engineering strategies to deceive employees and systems.
The whitepaper highlights security concepts from the outer shell to the server room
The new ASSA ABLOY whitepaper “Physical Security for Data Centres” provides a comprehensive overview of the challenges and solutions in this area. It highlights modern technologies for mechanical security, escape route technology, door locking systems, and electronic access control systems that are specifically tailored to the requirements of data centres.
From multi-point locks for server rooms of above-average height, networked escape door systems to wireless access solutions and electronic master key systems - this whitepaper shows how a consistent zone concept can be implemented to comply with the highest security requirements and increasingly strict compliance regulations.
For planners, architects, and data center operators, the white paper also offers a practical checklist to support the implementation of effective protective measures against burglary and tampering.
Security update for your data centre: Download the whitepaper now!
Do your physical security measures comply with the newest standards? Does your facility meet current and upcoming compliance requirements such as NIS2 and the KRITIS law? Download the free whitepaper now and benefit from our expertise.