Critical Infrastructure

The SecurityInfoWatch.com Critical Infrastructure category is a collection of news, analysis, and other information relevant to security professionals who work in or provide services to the Critical Infrastructure market. It covers issues pertaining to security management as well as security technology deployments at utilities, airports, transit operators, oil and petrochemical facilities, and other critical infrastructure operators.
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In this new era, where private companies must navigate a constant churn of global threats, traditional corporate approaches to security are falling short.
June 24, 2025
With global conflict, political violence, and cyber sabotage crossing into U.S. territory, American businesses must adopt a national security mindset to stay resilient and safeguard...
Focusing on Cyber Resilience Over Traditional Cybersecurity is Crucial for Protecting Critical Infrastructure
June 4, 2025
Compliance-focused cybersecurity is not enough to stop threat actors who are lying in wait to initiate destructive attacks.
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May 22, 2025
ALCEA, an ASSA ABLOY company, has appointed Dominique Jardin as Vice President, Head of Americas to lead regional growth and expand adoption of its ALWIN security management platform...
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Awareness of the data risks associated with connected cars is the most important step toward minimizing your exposure.
May 15, 2025
As vehicles become internet-connected, they face the same data breach risks as computers and smartphones.
This expansion comes ahead of the 2025 hurricane season, which officially starts in June.
May 14, 2025
ICEYE will offer utilities and energy organizations the ability to access near real-time natural disaster insights.
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Agencies must continue to create channels for continuous dialogue about emerging threats, operational challenges, and technological advancements.
May 9, 2025
Understanding adversaries, optimizing strategies, investing in advanced platforms, leveraging data, and fostering collaboration can help agencies achieve risk resiliency.
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Effective OT cybersecurity requires secure remote access, real-time visibility, and ongoing collaboration between operations and security teams.
May 8, 2025
CISA, FBI, EPA and DOE have jointly released urgent cybersecurity guidance to help critical infrastructure operators reduce cyber risks to operational technology systems.
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In February, the current administration cut 130 positions at the Department of Homeland Security’s Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) to reduce government spending.
April 29, 2025
Strategies for navigating the evolving digital landscape despite cutbacks and new mandates.
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April 29, 2025
A rare power outage across the Iberian Peninsula sparked immediate speculation of a cyberattack, highlighting how deeply fears of digital sabotage now shape public and governmental...
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April 2, 2025
Prometheus Security Group Global (PSG) specializes in developing and integrating Government-Off-the-Shelf (GOTS) and Commercial-Off-the-Shelf (COTS) security technologies for ...
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Rather than relying on a rigid set of prescriptive controls, the standard enables organizations to tailor their security measures to their specific risk environments. Key changes include expanded multi-factor authentication requirements, increased emphasis on continuous risk assessment, and better integration of security into business-as-usual activities.
March 31, 2025
PCI DSS 4.0, finalized in March 2022, goes into full effect on March 31, 2025, and introduces a more flexible, outcome-based approach to securing payment data.
The need to improve U.S. Telecom and enterprise security is critical
March 31, 2025
As state-sponsored actors and cybercriminals intensify their attacks on telecom providers, businesses must assess the potential risks and consequences.
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There are many forms of risk assessment, but whatever assessment methodology, tool, or solution you choose, ensure that it provides you with the critical information you need to make sound decisions.
After assessing risks, threats and vulnerabilities, consider a shared operations center.
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March 20, 2025
The collaboration combines Itron’s Grid Edge Intelligence portfolio with NVIDIA’s AI-powered solutions, integrating high-fidelity, real-time data.
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The bipartisan efforts are said to reflect a growing recognition of the critical need to protect rural water systems from both natural and cyber threats, ensuring the safety and reliability of water infrastructure across the country.
March 17, 2025
Senators Catherine Cortez Masto and Mike Rounds have introduced two bipartisan bills to enhance the cybersecurity and disaster preparedness of rural water and wastewater systems...
ZE Government Solutions partners with HavocAI to shore up defense with computer vision
March 17, 2025
HavocAI's technology enables a single operator to command and control thousands of autonomous assets.