Security News > 2023 > September > CISA offers free security scans for public water utilities
The U.S. Cybersecurity & Infrastructure Security Agency has announced it is offering free security scans for critical infrastructure facilities, such as water utilities, to help protect these crucial units from hacker attacks.
"(CISA) can help your drinking water and wastewater system identify and address vulnerabilities with a no-cost vulnerability scanning service subscription.
CISA then sends weekly reports with action recommendations, while subsequent scans determine if the water utilities have taken the required steps to mitigate previously disclosed problems.
Gov with the subject line "Requesting Vulnerability Scanning Services," including the utility's name and address, and a CISA agent will reply with guidance on the following steps.
The security of water treatment facilities has come under the spotlight recently due to recent breaches.
As the U.S. Water and Wastewater Systems reports a rise in ransomware attacks on public utilities, it's clear that securing water utilities is not only a public health priority but also crucial for national security.