When Cyber Actors Meet Unsuspecting Infrastructure: The Comedy of Errors in OT Security
CISA, FBI, DOE, and EPA urge US critical infrastructure operators to fortify their cybersecurity against unsophisticated cyber actors exploiting operational technology (OT) systems. With hackers using basic techniques to wreak havoc, it’s time to trade default passwords for strong ones and disconnect those systems from the public internet. Your infrastructure depends on it!
Hot Take:
These cyber incidents are like trying to hack a treehouse with a battering ram—overkill, but shockingly successful. When it comes to operational technology, it seems we’re still in the dark ages of cybersecurity. Passwords like “1234” might be nostalgic, but they’re hardly Fort Knox. Time to swap out those cyber cobwebs with some robust defenses, folks!
Key Points:
- Federal agencies urge immediate cybersecurity improvements for US critical infrastructure.
- Cyber actors are exploiting outdated OT and ICS systems connected to the internet.
- Common cyber-hygiene failures like default passwords and unsecured remote access are prevalent.
- Operators are advised to disconnect OT systems from the internet and secure remote access.
- Organizations lack proper cybersecurity governance and reviews, requiring stricter controls.
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