Electric Power Sector Is Vulnerable to Cyber Attacks: Report

The power system that millions of homes and businesses rely on is particularly susceptible to cyberattacks, says Deloitte.
Cyberattacks most frequently target the power sector and the attacks are becoming only more frequent and complex. In 2016, the U.S. sector reported 59 incidents—the third most-attacked sector behind critical manufacturing and communications. Europe, Japan and Australia reported similar results.
“If the power went out across a large region for an extended period…


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