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Change Agents with Andy Stumpf

Outage: Who Is Behind Cyber Attacks on America's Infrastructure?

Jul 17, 2024
Join Kyle O’Meara and Gus Serino as they discuss the vulnerabilities of America's utilities to cyber war. Explore the challenges in securing water facilities, recent incidents with pro-Russian hackers, and the implications of cyber warfare on critical infrastructure.
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  • Critical vulnerabilities in water infrastructure were exploited, showcasing risks of unprotected internet connections.
  • Urgent need for enhanced cybersecurity measures in water utilities due to lack of regulations and funding.

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Water Infrastructure Vulnerabilities

Critical vulnerabilities in the water infrastructure, such as remote access software weaknesses, were exploited by threat actors. These attacks resulted in manipulating water systems to overflow, showcasing the risks of unprotected connections to the internet and the potential for malicious disruptions.

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