Electricity Is a Growing Area of Cyber Risk
Summary
Electricity is emerging as a significant cyber risk, with attackers beginning to exploit voltage fluctuations to achieve their objectives. This shifts the focus beyond traditional IT systems to the physical infrastructure that powers them.
IFF Assessment
FOE
This is bad news for defenders as it introduces a new attack vector that can disrupt critical infrastructure and IT systems by manipulating a fundamental physical resource.
Defender Context
Defenders need to consider the physical security of their power infrastructure and implement monitoring for unusual power fluctuations. This highlights the convergence of IT and operational technology (OT) security, requiring a more holistic approach to risk management.