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Critical infrastructure depends on interconnected operational systems, where cyber incidents can disrupt essential services, safety, and availability.

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Critical infrastructure includes systems and assets vital for public health, safety, and economic stability, such as power grids, water treatment, transportation networks, and healthcare facilities. These systems often combine physical components with industrial control systems (ICS) and operational technology (OT) that manage essential services in real time.

From an information-security perspective, critical infrastructure faces risks like unauthorized access to control systems, disruption of service availability, and manipulation of sensor data. Defending these assets requires specialized security measures tailored to ICS environments, including network segmentation, strict access controls, and continuous monitoring for anomalies. Ensuring resilience also involves coordinated efforts between operators and government agencies to address vulnerabilities unique to legacy systems and proprietary protocols.

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Bank Info Security 1 year, 3 months ago

UK Home Office Ransom Ban Proposal Needs More Clarity

Cybersecurity Wonks Find Fault With Home Office Ransomware ProposalsA collection of British cybersecurity policy wonks poured cold water over a British government proposal to outlaw ransom payments by government agencies and from regulated operators of critical infrastructure. A ban wouldn't likely represent a significant blow to ransomware profits.

More from Bank Info Security 5 Apr 2025, 10:00 a.m. Critical Infrastructure Government Proposal Ransom Ransomware United Kingdom
Bank Info Security 1 year, 3 months ago

Trump Fires NSA, Cyber Command Chief, Fueling Security Fears

Officials Warn Trump's Abrupt Firings Severely Weaken National Cyber DefensesPresident Donald Trump fired National Security Agency and Cyber Command chief Gen. Timothy Haugh after a meeting with far-right conspiracy theorist Laura Loomer, sparking concerns among cybersecurity experts and lawmakers that the dismissals weaken national cyber defenses and military readiness.

More from Bank Info Security 5 Apr 2025, 8:00 a.m. Critical Infrastructure Military NSA President

The Computer Emergency Response Team of Ukraine (CERT-UA) has revealed that no less than three cyber attacks were recorded against state administration bodies and critical infrastructure facilities in the country with an aim to steal sensitive data

More from The Hacker News 4 Apr 2025, 5:54 p.m. Compromise Critical Infrastructure Cyberattack Email Malware Phishing Theft Ukraine
Bank Info Security 1 year, 3 months ago

HSCC Urges White House to Shift Gears on Health Cyber Regs

The Health Sector Coordinating Council is urging the Trump administration to drop work on a proposed HIPAA security rule update and instead engage in a collaborative dialogue with healthcare sector leaders to create alternative cyber requirements, said Greg Garcia, executive director of HSCC.

More from Bank Info Security 4 Apr 2025, 10:30 a.m. America Council Critical Infrastructure Healthcare Proposal
Bank Info Security 1 year, 3 months ago

How the NHL CISO Secures Its Teams, Arenas and Cloud Systems

NHL CISO David Munroe outlines how the league protects critical infrastructure across public arenas and streaming platforms. He details the league’s use of cloud and AI tools, and highlights the importance of cloud governance, AI-powered defenses and user education in mitigating risk.

More from Bank Info Security 2 Apr 2025, 5:00 a.m. Artificial Intelligence CISO Cloud Critical Infrastructure Education