CISA warns water facilities to secure HMI systems exposed online

CISA warns water facilities to secure HMI systems exposed online

December 13, 2024 at 02:36PM

CISA and the EPA have issued a warning to water facilities to protect Internet-exposed Human Machine Interfaces (HMIs) from potential cyberattacks, emphasizing the importance of security measures to safeguard these critical systems.

**Meeting Takeaways:**

1. **Warning Issued**: CISA and the EPA have issued a warning regarding the security of water facilities.

2. **Focus on HMIs**: The specific concern is with Internet-exposed Human Machine Interfaces (HMIs) used in these facilities.

3. **Action Required**: Water facilities are urged to take immediate action to secure these HMIs against potential cyberattacks.

4. **Collaborative Effort**: The warning highlights collaboration between CISA and the EPA to protect critical infrastructure.

5. **Cybersecurity Awareness**: Emphasizes the importance of cybersecurity measures in the water sector.

Please ensure that relevant stakeholders are informed and that appropriate security measures are put in place.

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