Security of smart utilities leaves a lot to be desired

The modernization of utility infrastructures is enabling increased efficiencies and reliability through digitization, connectivity, and IT-based approaches. Smart cyber assets are transforming both power and water grids, allowing operators to deploy and leverage a new generation of functionality and customer services. However, smart utilities are also highly vulnerable to cyberthreats, and security is, therefore, a primary concern, stated ABI Research. Unfortunately, digital security remains largely unimplemented during utility modernization due to cost, resource, and time … Continue reading Security of smart utilities leaves a lot to be desired