Critical infrastructure orgs face heightened cyber risk from nation-state groups, AI threats

Critical infrastructure faces mounting threats from nation-state groups and AI-driven attacks. In the latest installment of our Cybersecurity Awareness Month blog series, learn how leading cybersecurity agencies, such as CISA, are advising critical infrastructure organizations on ways to protect themselves and the essential services they provide.Key takeawaysCritical infrastructure organizations often struggle with asset visibility gaps that create hidden attack vectors. Many older OT systems are difficult to inventory, leaving them unmonitored and unpatched.Attackers are leveraging AI to map converged IT/OT networks at machine speed and exploit uninventoried legacy systems. Attackers are also using AI to attain the specialized know-how to breach complex industrial control systems.Iran-affiliated APT groups have attacked U.S. water, energy, and government facilities since the U.S. launched Operation Epic Fury in February, according to the U.S. government.As part of Cybersecurity Awareness Month, CISA is urging critical infrastructure operators to establish a solid cyber hygiene foundation, anchored on reducing vulnerabilities, replacing unsupported legacy devices, and preparing ra…

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