Water system controllers don't belong on the internet, says ex-NSA chief after suspected Iran attacks
Summary
A former NSA chief has advised that water system controllers should not be connected to the internet, following suspected cyberattacks by Iran. The recommendation comes in light of vulnerabilities in these critical infrastructure systems.
IFF Assessment
FOE
The article highlights vulnerabilities in critical infrastructure that could be exploited by threat actors, posing a risk to essential services.
Defender Context
This underscores the critical need for robust network segmentation and access control for operational technology (OT) environments. Defenders should prioritize securing Industrial Control Systems (ICS) and SCADA systems, ensuring they are isolated from public networks and regularly patched, as they are increasingly targeted by sophisticated adversaries.