Tag: water and wastewater systems
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US Cyber Defenses Targeted in 100-Plus Water System Attacks
In a shocking revelation, over 100 US water and wastewater systems were targeted by malicious cyber attacks in just one month, with hackers commonly exploiting programmable logic controllers connected to cellular modems. This alarming trend highlights the vulnerability of critical infrastructure to cyber threats.
CISA Red Team Exposes Gaps in Critical Infrastructure Defenses
The CISA red team uncovered alarming gaps in critical infrastructure defenses, revealing that even with detection tools in place, the real vulnerability lies in the people, processes, and procedures supporting them. In a striking example, a recent red-team exercise showed that detection tools can be ineffective if not backed by robust supporting systems.
Thousands of U.S. Water System Controllers Remain Exposed Online
A recent scan revealed over 4,000 vulnerable water system controllers exposed to the public internet, including 22 in cities that have already faced cyberattacks on their water and wastewater systems. This alarming discovery highlights the urgent need for increased security measures to protect these critical systems.