Solar Energy’s Dark Side: Vulnerabilities in Top Systems Risk Power Grid Chaos
Forescout has identified over 90 vulnerabilities in solar power systems from Sungrow, Growatt, and SMA, which could allow hackers to wreak havoc on power grids. With the potential to control enough power to destabilize grids, these vulnerabilities are like leaving your front door wide open with a welcome mat inviting cybercriminals.
Hot Take:
When you thought your biggest worry with solar panels was a cloudy day, think again! Hackers are eyeing those solar systems like they’re the last piece of pie at Thanksgiving dinner. Who knew saving the planet could come with a side of cyber chaos?
Key Points:
- Forescout found over 90 vulnerabilities in solar power system products, with 46 new ones recently identified.
- Vulnerabilities span products from major vendors like Sungrow, Growatt, and SMA, posing serious threats to electrical grids.
- The identified flaws include issues that allow for remote code execution, DoS attacks, and sensitive data leaks.
- Sungrow and SMA have patched reported vulnerabilities, while most of Growatt’s issues remain unresolved.
- Forescout recommends general security measures and specific procurement and risk assessment strategies for solar systems.
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