Power Grids Vulnerable to Hack Attacks

in #energy7 years ago

Several recent reports highlight system weaknesses in utility power across the globe.

https://www.forbes.com/sites/thomasbrewster/2017/07/03/russia-suspect-in-ransomware-attacks-says-ukraine/#2a1704e86b89

http://thehill.com/policy/cybersecurity/345836-irish-power-grid-compromised-by-foreign-actor-report

Considering the importance electricity plays in the daily lives of us all, imagine what it would be like if an unknown agent compromised our power generation and distribution systems leaving us all in the dark...

What would you do?

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