Spain’s grid collapsed in 5 seconds. What Caused Spain and Portugal’s Massive Power Outage?

May 12, 2025 (updated May 15, 2025) Published by Robert Mannash

In just 5 seconds, Spain’s grid collapsed, triggering a massive power outage. Explore the causes, vulnerabilities, and recovery efforts.

US energy firm shares how Akira ransomware hacked its systems

October 27, 2023 (updated September 16, 2024) Published by Robert Mannash

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.

Physical attacks on power grid surge to new peak – Power Grid Sabotage

July 18, 2023 (updated September 16, 2024) Published by Robert Mannash

People are shooting, sabotaging and vandalizing electrical equipment in the U.S. at a pace unseen in at least a decade, amid signs that domestic extremists hope to use blackouts to sow unrest.

CosmicEnergy ICS Malware Updates

June 17, 2023 (updated September 16, 2024) Published by Marina Fuentes

CosmicEnergy ICS Malware is a sophisticated cyber-attack targeting industrial control systems. It is designed to steal data, disrupt operations, and cause physical damage to critical infrastructure. Protect your systems with advanced security measures.

CISA Warns of Flaws in Siemens, GE Digital, and Contec Industrial Control Systems

February 10, 2023 (updated September 16, 2024) Published by Kevin Harrys

CISA has issued a warning about critical vulnerabilities in Siemens, GE Digital, and Contec industrial control systems. These flaws could allow attackers to gain access to and manipulate the systems.

Wind turbine firm Nordex hit by Conti ransomware attack

April 14, 2022 (updated September 16, 2024) Published by Kevin Harrys

The Conti ransomware operation has claimed responsibility for a cyberattack on wind turbine giant Nordex, which was forced to shut down IT systems and remote access to the managed turbines earlier this month. Nordex is one of the largest developers and manufacturers of wind turbines globally, with more than 8,500 employees worldwide.

Carbon dioxide leak kills one, injures three at Spanish nuclear power plant

November 25, 2021 (updated September 16, 2024) Published by Robert Mannash

One person died and three were taken to hospital after a carbon dioxide leak at the Ascó nuclear power plant in Catalonia, Spain, on Nov. 24. Emergency services said the incident was not related to radiological activity, but was likely caused by a failure of the plant and fire prevention system.

Top Five Cybersecurity Issues in the Power Grid Supply Chain

November 7, 2021 (updated September 16, 2024) Published by Antonio Da Silva

The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) recently held a meeting to discuss the security of the power grid. The traditional power grid has struggled due to increased demand. Evidence of this can be seen in the continued blackouts in California to the extensive outages during the 2021 Texas winter storm.

Jeff Bezos-backed fusion plant to be built in the UK

June 22, 2021 (updated September 17, 2024) Published by Marina Fuentes

The UK Atomic Energy Authority (UKAEA) and Canada-based General Fusion have announced an agreement under which General Fusion will build and operate its Fusion Demonstration Plant (FDP) at UKAEA's Culham campus in Oxfordshire.

A fire and a cyberattack cause large blackouts throughout Puerto Rico

June 11, 2021 (updated September 17, 2024) Published by Marina Fuentes

A large fire at an electrical substation for Puerto Rico’s new electricity supplier, Luma Energy, knocked out power to hundreds of thousands of the island’s residents on Thursday. At the height of the blackout, nearly 800,000 customers were left without power, according to Luma. At midnight, approximately 60,000 customers were still in the dark.

Tag: Energy

Spain’s grid collapsed in 5 seconds. What Caused Spain and Portugal’s Massive Power Outage?

US energy firm shares how Akira ransomware hacked its systems

Physical attacks on power grid surge to new peak – Power Grid Sabotage

CosmicEnergy ICS Malware Updates

CISA Warns of Flaws in Siemens, GE Digital, and Contec Industrial Control Systems

Wind turbine firm Nordex hit by Conti ransomware attack

Carbon dioxide leak kills one, injures three at Spanish nuclear power plant

Top Five Cybersecurity Issues in the Power Grid Supply Chain

Jeff Bezos-backed fusion plant to be built in the UK

A fire and a cyberattack cause large blackouts throughout Puerto Rico

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