States Boost Water System Security Amid Rising Cyber Threats

1 report, 1 independent Updated Fri 00:00

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What happened

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A report detailed how cyber criminals target critical infrastructure by using remote-access systems and stolen credentials. In response to incidents reported in July involving Internet-facing programmable logic controllers in at least seven states, states are now boosting water system defenses and offering grants. New York, New Jersey, and Massachusetts are actively involved in strengthening cybersecurity measures.

From govtech.com

Why it matters

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The increased scrutiny on water and wastewater systems due to cyber threats is driving state-level action. This includes launching cybersecurity assessment programs and providing grants, which may increase demand for security services and regulatory oversight.

From govtech.com

Who's involved

Environmental Protection AgencyGovernment agency cited in reports regarding incidents targeting water utilities.
KansasState that launched a cybersecurity assessment program for water/wastewater systems.
New YorkState actively strengthening cybersecurity for its water and wastewater systems.
New JerseyState actively strengthening cybersecurity for its water and wastewater systems.
MassachusettsState actively strengthening cybersecurity for its water and wastewater systems.

Who could feel it

Possible knock-on effects

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Trend MicroSpeculative
Trend Micro could see increased demand for cybersecurity services driven by state grants and critical infrastructure threats.

Coverage

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