Discover the aftermath of a chemical plant fire in Spain, as several towns go into lockdown. Emergency response efforts intensify to contain the blazing inferno’s effects, with public safety measures in place.
Category: Consequences
The Flixborough disaster
Explore the profound impact of the Flixborough disaster on safety regulations, industry practices, and the enduring lessons learned.
Spain’s grid collapsed in 5 seconds. What Caused Spain and Portugal’s Massive Power Outage?
In just 5 seconds, Spain’s grid collapsed, triggering a massive power outage. Explore the causes, vulnerabilities, and recovery efforts.
American Water, the largest water utility in US, is targeted by a cyberattack
Discover the implications of the recent cyberattack on American Water, the largest water utility in the US. Learn about the ongoing investigation and steps taken to safeguard national security.
Hackers target Arkansas City water treatment plant, prompting federal investigation
In a concerning turn of events, hackers breach the Arkansas City water treatment plant, leading to a federal investigation. Vulnerabilities exposed, sparking security concerns and raising questions about the safety of the water supply. Experts caution about rising cyber threats to critical infrastructure.
Svilosa Chemical plant fire injures three employees
An explosion and subsequent fire left three employees injured at a Bulgarian chemical plant on 29 July. The incident happened at the Svilosa sodium chlorate plant in the town of Svishtov in the north of the country.
What can we learn from the 2024 CrowdStrike incident towards industrial cybersecurity?
CrowdStrike, an American cybersecurity firm, released a configuration update for its Falcon sensor software that inadvertently triggered a catastrophic chain reaction.
The State of Knowledge and Risk Management in Industrial Cybersecurity (ISA/IEC-62443-3-2)
The state of knowledge in industrial cybersecurity during the past decade is based on a vast experience. There is a lot more to come soon.
US energy firm shares how Akira ransomware hacked its systems
US energy firm shares details of Akira ransomware attack, including how it infiltrated their systems and the steps they took to mitigate the damage. Learn how to protect your business from similar threats.
Building automation giant Johnson Controls hit by ransomware attack
Johnson Controls, a leading provider of building automation systems, has been hit by a ransomware attack, potentially compromising the security of its customers. The company is working to contain the attack and restore its systems.