OT Cyber Threat Landscape: US Water & Wastewater Sector

In our commitment to enhancing operational technology (OT) cyber threat intelligence availability and defense capabilities across critical sectors, Dragos Intelligence is publishing this OT cyber threat landscape report focused on the unique challenges and threats facing the US water and wastewater sector.  

Key Highlights: 

• Exploitation of Remote Access Technologies: Remote access technologies remain a critical attack vector for unauthorized access and potential operational disruptions. 
• Vulnerable ICS/OT Controllers: A significant portion of the sector’s vulnerabilities relate to controller assets, including programmable logic controllers (PLCs) and variable frequency drives (VFDs), highlighting the need for rigorous security measures. 
• Hacktivist Attacks on Water Systems: Recent attacks on water utilities using unsophisticated techniques underscore the criticality of basic safeguards. 
  

Empower your organization with cyber threat intelligence to navigate the complex OT cybersecurity landscape. Download our focused threat landscape report for the water and wastewater sector today and take a significant step towards safeguarding critical infrastructure.