Cyber Security Headlines
Week in Review: Drinking water threat, CISO liability insurance, Microsoft zero-day event
Nov 22, 2024
Join Jimmy Benoit, VP of Cybersecurity at PBS, as he dives into crucial cybersecurity challenges. He discusses the alarming vulnerabilities in U.S. drinking water systems and the need for better preparedness. Benoit also highlights the complexities surrounding pipeline security responsibilities and the introduction of CISO liability insurance. The conversation touches on the impact of Microsoft's Zero Day Quest event, emphasizing the urgent need for improved vulnerability assessments and stronger investment in cybersecurity initiatives.
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- The EPA has identified serious vulnerabilities in over 300 drinking water systems, affecting 110 million people and highlighting urgent security risks.
- CISOs must effectively communicate covert risks of industrial control systems to business leaders for better resource allocation and risk management.
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Water Infrastructure Vulnerabilities
The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has revealed significant vulnerabilities in over 300 U.S. drinking water systems, potentially impacting around 110 million people. The report highlights that nearly 1,000 systems were assessed, with 97 showing critical or high severity issues. This alarming situation underscores a disconnect between public reliance on safe drinking water and the underlying security risks affecting these systems. The speaker emphasizes the need for adequate funding and regulatory support to address these vulnerabilities, as current appropriations do not seem sufficient to tackle the escalating threats in cyberspace.
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