The Cybersecurity Wake-Up Call for Infrastructure - Connected World
What happens when the technology behind our critical infrastructure becomes a target for cybercriminals? That is a question utilities and cities across the United States can no longer afford to ignore. Reports of more than 30 community water systems targeted in Minnesota highlight a growing concern for utilities nationwide. As water infrastructure becomes increasingly connected, cybersecurity is now a public safety issue.
Proposed legislation, including the Water Cyber Shield Act, has brought renewed attention to cybersecurity requirements and funding for critical upgrades. But policy alone cannot protect our water. Utilities also need the right resources, expertise, and practical strategies to address vulnerabilities before they become costly problems.
In a conversation with Ron Elliott, director of field applications engineering at Digi International, we explored the risks facing water and wastewater utilities and the steps communities can immediately take today to begin protecting our most precious resource.
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