Water Woes: Cyber Attack Simulation Pits Hackers Against Defenders at Infosecurity Europe 2025!
The ransomware simulation, Operation 999, will pit cyber defenders against ethical hackers in a fictitious water treatment company. Led by Semperis, the exercise aims to expose vulnerabilities and improve security. Attendees can expect a crash course in cyber mayhem, as these teams battle over SCADA systems and identities at Infosecurity Europe 2025.
Hot Take:
Who knew that the world of water utilities could feel like an action-packed spy thriller? Forget James Bond, the real heroes are the cybersecurity experts keeping our taps flowing and toilets flushing! As cyber villains target water utilities, Semperis is stepping in with a simulation so immersive, you’ll think you’re in a Hollywood blockbuster, complete with hackers, CISOs, and more drama than your average soap opera. Grab your popcorn, folks, it’s going to be a splash-tastic showdown!
Key Points:
- Cyber threats to critical infrastructure, particularly water utilities, are on the rise amid geopolitical instability.
- Semperis is hosting an immersive ransomware simulation at Infosecurity Europe 2025, focusing on water utilities.
- The exercise, ‘Operation 999,’ features a blue team of defenders against a red team of attackers.
- Identity system compromises are a major source of cyber-attacks on utilities, especially targeting SCADA systems.
- The event celebrates the 30th anniversary of Infosecurity Europe from June 3-5, 2025, at the ExCel London.