Cisco Security

FEBRUARY 17, 2021

On February 8, 2021, the City of Oldsmar, Florida gave a press conference to disclose “an unlawful intrusion to the city’s water treatment system.” Sodium hydroxide (NaOH), also known as lye or caustic soda, is a corrosive chemical used in low concentrations to regulate pH level of drinking water and protect water pipes.

Cyber Attacks 112

Cyber Attacks IoT Internet Internet 112

SecureWorld News

AUGUST 2, 2023

When I first became interested in ICS/OT cybersecurity, it was 2010 and news about Stuxnet had been made public. Stuxnet was not only a technical marvel, but it was also the first known piece of malware to target Industrial Control Systems (ICS)/Operational Technology (OT). the Purdue Model in ICS/OT cybersecurity?

Cybersecurity 79

Cybersecurity Manufacturing Data breaches Malware 79

Krebs on Security

FEBRUARY 10, 2021

Stories about computer security tend to go viral when they bridge the vast divide between geeks and luddites, and this week’s news about a hacker who tried to poison a Florida town’s water supply was understandably front-page material. lye used to control acidity in the water) to 100 times the normal level.

Hacking 344

Hacking Cybersecurity Media Ransomware 344

The Last Watchdog

APRIL 22, 2024

Critical infrastructure like electrical, emergency, water, transportation and security systems are vital for public safety but can be taken out with a single cyberattack. How can cybersecurity professionals protect their cities? In 2021, a lone hacker infiltrated a water treatment plant in Oldsmar, Florida. Data theft.

Architecture 113

Architecture Internet Internet Risk 113

Security Affairs

MARCH 6, 2023

The US government urges cyber security audits of public water systems, highlighting the importance to secure US critical infrastructure. The Biden administration announced on Friday that it will make it mandatory for the states to conduct cyber security audits of public water systems.

Government 76

Government Ransomware Cyber Attacks Risk 76

Security Affairs

JULY 7, 2023

A man from Tracy, California, has been charged with a computer attack on the Discovery Bay water treatment facility. Rambler Gallo (53), a man from Tracy (California) has been charged with intentionally causing damage to a computer after he allegedly breached the network of the Discovery Bay Water Treatment Facility.

Cyber Attacks 95

Cyber Attacks Ransomware Software Backups 95

Security Boulevard

MARCH 20, 2024

chides governors: Water infra. lacks “even basic cybersecurity precautions.” The post EPA and White House Raise Alarm on Water Cybersecurity appeared first on Security Boulevard. Iran and China fingered: Biden admin.

Cybersecurity 132

Cybersecurity Digital transformation Social Engineering Engineering 132