In a strategic partnership, WAGO, a leader in electrical interconnection and automation technology, and Radiflow, an OT cybersecurity specialist, have joined forces to enhance the resilience of critical infrastructure and industrial environments against cyber threats. Their collaboration aims to provide comprehensive OT security solutions tailored to the specific needs of various markets such as smart factories, buildings, and energy.
The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has issued an urgent enforcement alert, warning of escalating cyberattacks targeting water utilities across the country. Approximately 70% of utilities inspected by federal officials have violated standards meant to prevent breaches, prompting the EPA to urge immediate action to protect the nation’s drinking water from electronic threats. Recent cyberattacks affiliated with Russia and Iran have targeted smaller communities, highlighting the need for enhanced protection measures. The EPA emphasizes the crucial importance of protecting information technology and process controls, as water utilities rely on computer software to operate treatment plants and distribution systems.
A severe solar storm is brewing in space and is expected to impact Earth’s critical infrastructure, especially communication networks, according to the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA). NOAA has issued a severe (G4) Geomagnetic Storm Watch and is monitoring the sun following a series of coronal mass ejections (CMEs) that began on May 8. The storm could cause disruptions to communications, the electric power grid, navigation, radio, and satellite operations, as well as pose risks to humans in high-altitude areas.
Lawmakers from both parties are calling on the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) to provide answers regarding recent cyberattacks on water systems in rural Texas. The attacks, which have been linked to Russian hackers, have raised concerns about the vulnerability of critical infrastructure to cyber threats.
The global OT (Operational Technology) Security market is experiencing robust growth, driven by the increasing prevalence of cyber threats against critical infrastructure, industrial control systems, and SCADA networks. The market is expected to grow at a CAGR of 15.97% during the forecast period (2023-2027). OT security solutions play a crucial role in safeguarding smart infrastructure from malicious actors and ensuring the resilience of industrial environments.
