American Water, a leading water utility provider, experienced a cyberattack that interrupted its billing systems. Despite water services remaining unaffected, there were serious customer concerns. The company’s response involved pausing all billing operations to assess damage and plan adequate security measures, demonstrating the necessity for robust cybersecurity measures, particularly in essential industries. The incident, along with similar past ones, highlights the increased susceptibility of public utilities to cyber threats. Consequently, there is an urgent need for advanced cybersecurity strategies to protect utilities’ operational and customer-facing systems.
U.S. Authorities Eradicate PlugX Malware Nationwide
The Department of Justice (DOJ) and the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) have announced the removal of the malware PlugX from over 4,200 computers in
