Removable media security is essential for organisations operating in high-assurance environments where data transfer between networks cannot depend on the cloud. USB drives, portable hard disks, and other devices remain vital for operational continuity, but they also represent one of the highest-risk attack surfaces.
Tyrex solutions provide hardware-based removable media protection, combining advanced scanning, audit reporting, and automated sanitisation to eliminate malware before it reaches your critical systems.
Across defence, industrial, and financial sectors, operational networks often operate in isolation from corporate IT infrastructure. These air-gapped systems rely on removable media for transferring updates, diagnostic logs, and sensitive data.
Without strict verification, a single USB drive can introduce malicious code capable of disrupting production or compromising classified information. Removable media security solutions allow safe data transfer without compromising the integrity of your network.
Even in highly controlled facilities, staff and contractors may unintentionally use unverified devices. Simple human error can open the door to malware or data leakage.
Older control systems cannot always run endpoint protection, relying instead on external media for updates and patching — a major vector for infection.
Without tracking or audit logs, it becomes impossible to trace which devices entered which systems. This lack of visibility makes incident response far more difficult.
Modern cyberattacks increasingly exploit removable media as a physical delivery vector. Threat groups use weaponised USBs with hidden firmware, capable of executing malicious payloads even on air-gapped systems.
Research from global incident reports shows that nearly one in three critical infrastructure breaches originate from portable devices used in maintenance or data collection.
For a deeper look into these physical attack trends, see ransomware in the workplace for practical examples of USB-based compromise.
Advanced USB-borne malware can overwrite firmware and persist even after reformatting, evading traditional scanning.
Attackers target third-party engineers and subcontractors whose devices connect to multiple client environments.
Unsecured removable drives used for diagnostics or data capture can leak confidential information if lost or stolen.
A European aerospace supplier eliminated repeated malware incidents by deploying Tyrex scanning units at all access points to secure networks. Every external device is now scanned in an isolated environment before use, with automatic audit logging.
The system has allowed safe collaboration with external contractors while maintaining full compliance with government security frameworks.
Dedicated scanning stations inspect every file on USB drives and portable storage, identifying malware across multiple antivirus engines.
Devices are cleaned of infections automatically, with detailed reports stored for compliance review and operational oversight.
Administrators can define usage permissions, enforce encryption policies, and maintain a central record of all device activity.
Supports UK compliance for essential service providers by enforcing removable media verification and control.
Contributes to certification requirements covering access control, system maintenance, and information assurance.
Aligns with national standards for preventing removable media-related incidents that could affect safety or operations.
The CONSOLE can be placed on a desk, which makes it convenient for any standard work environment. This USB media decontamination solution protects your critical infrastructures from cyber threats.
The TOTEM can be positionned on the floor, at the entrance of reception halls or in any public areas. This USB decontamination solution comprises a small platform to hold your hard drive during the antivirus scan.
The SATELLITE USB decontamination station can be hung on a wall. It is particularly adapted to confined spaces such as ships or meeting rooms. With 5 anti-virus and 2 anti-malware running simultaneously, the SATELLITE is able to scan and clean your USB devices and prevent cyber threats or viruses from spreading through your information system.
The MOBILE is a movable USB decontamination station. Ruggedized with the MIL-STD-810G and ATEX military standards, it is designed for environments requiring mobility. With up to 5 antivirus and 2 optional anti-malware scanners running simultaneously, it is able to scan any USB or removable devices and prevent malwares or viruses from spreading through your information system.
Protecting the UK’s government and defence data from USB-borne threats requires a dedicated, robust, and physical solution. Software alone is no longer enough. Tyrex provides the military-grade hardware, specialised expertise, and certified assurance needed to secure your organisation’s most sensitive digital assets.
Hardware-based verification forms a controlled pathway between external devices and secure networks.
This framework creates an auditable process that protects operational environments from both accidental infection and targeted attack:
Verification and Scanning
Each device is scanned through multiple antivirus and heuristic engines before approval.
Sanitisation and Certification
Any malware is removed or quarantined, and the scan produces a certificate confirming the device’s clean status.
Policy Integration and Reporting
Administrators can manage user permissions and enforce corporate policy with centralised oversight.
Offline Capability
Stations operate without network connectivity, maintaining protection for air-gapped and classified systems.
Protecting classified systems through verified, controlled data transfer between segregated domains.
Preventing malware propagation into SCADA and operational technology during maintenance and updates.
Securing sensitive data transfers in medical and laboratory environments handling confidential information.
Removable media remains essential in many secure environments. Tyrex removable media solutions provide reliable, hardware-enforced control that strengthens resilience and compliance.
By introducing “sheep dip” verification stations, organisations ensure that only clean, approved devices connect to critical systems.
Removable media remains one of the few physical pathways into secure digital environments. Protecting that connection point is vital for maintaining operational integrity.
Hardware-enforced scanning and verification combine human process, compliance control, and automation into one simple, reliable workflow. Organisations that implement removable media security eliminate the uncertainty of manual inspection and close one of the oldest yet most dangerous attack vectors.
Strengthen Your Removable Media SecurityFor more technical insight, visit our resources or explore our complete solutions to see how removable media protection integrates into your wider cybersecurity framework.
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TYREX was founded in 2017 and is now the industry leader in removable device decontamination. We have protected critical infrastructures of customers operating in strategic sectors including OIVs (Operators of Vital Importance), Defence, Industry, public administrations and government departments.
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