Malware was recently identified that appears to have been designed and deployed by a nation-state to target and shut down electric grids.
LIDS Technology dims the obstruction lights when not needed
LIDS Technology now provides a means of tailoring the intensity level of the lights on a wind farm in accordance with the surrounding visibility.
Security cameras, bispectral & thermal, keep an eye on wind construction sites and other areas
The new range of security cameras enables surveillance across vast sites with fewer cameras, with the potential for 360-degree unobstructed field of view and at all times.
Ergodyne adds to its GloWear high visibility apparel
These new garments provide ANSI-compliant visibility to prevent struck-by accidents and are packed with features to help workers beat the heat.
Wpd windmanager customizes burglary protection for wind farms
Because manufacturer-dependent solutions are often costly and sometimes not available for older turbines, wpd windmanager has developed own safety solutions and protection for all turbine types.
Tips on how to ramp up security around industrial networks
Every device added to a network weakens its security or creates a potential weak point by providing attackers with a possible entry point to the network.
Moxa releases new switch firmware to ramp up device security
Moxa, a provider of network infrastructure solutions for the Industrial Internet of Things (IIoT), announced a new firmware upgrade for its industrial Ethernet switches with major enhancements for its security functionalities. This new firmware, called Turbo Pack 3, is not only compliant with the IEC 62443-4-2 level 2 cybersecurity standard, but also supports other security management features,…
Securing network devices with IEC 62443-4-2 standard—what you should know
As the Industrial IoT continues to expand, more and more devices are being connected to networks. securing
Durable AXIS Q35 facility cameras now available with a stainless steel casing
AXIS Q3505-V/-VE/-SVE Mk II cameras provide HDTV 1080p video at 30 fps with WDR, and 1080p at up to 60 fps or 720p at up to 120 fps with WDR disabled.
ABB’s AssetShield — protects transformers from ballistics — enhances physical security and reliability
Armor steel shielding of transformers and power equipment is part of the “hardening” process to provide components with advanced ballistic-level protection against physical attack.
Energy sector prime target for cyber attacks
The report investigates how cyber risks can be managed taking into account the changing nature of the energy industry and energy infrastructure.
Study: Energy sector IT pros overconfident in cyber security capabilities as attacks increase
The study evaluated the confidence of IT professionals regarding the efficacy of seven key security controls, which must be in place to quickly detect a cyber attack in progress.
Duke Energy Renewables’ control center hits new milestone
Duke Energy Renewables announced that its control center now serves more than 3,500 MW of wind and solar energy plants across the U.S. since it opened in its new location in 2015. As a result of this rapid growth, the center is further enhancing its cyber security and other capabilities. “The expanded Renewable Control Center (RCC) is…
Energy Department announces up to $15 million to improve security & resilience of U.S. power grid
To strengthen and protect the nation’s electric grid from cyber and physical attacks, the Energy Department will provide up to $15 million.
Climate resilience is central to stabilizing U.S. wind cash flows, says Vaisala
Vaisala, a global provider of environmental and industrial measurement, has outlined findings that underscore the increasing importance of intelligent project selection for U.S. wind investors, and ways to more realistically set future revenue expectations. Building a genuinely diverse, climate resilient portfolio could reduce the variability and financial impact created by short and long-term weather anomalies. The…
Belden delivers timely cyber security solution for energy sector
Tofino Xenon Industrial Security Appliance now supports energy-specific communication protocols
White paper: Security for industrial Internet of Things
Achieving the highest possible level of security is often hindered by the various components of an industrial IoT solution, as well as the necessity to open networks and systems to customers, suppliers, and partners.
Tripwire study: Energy sector sees significant rise in successful cyber attacks
Energy executives were more than twice as likely to believe their organization detected every cyber attack (43%) than nonexecutives (seventeen percent).
DNV GL opens UK Technical Assurance Lab for smart energy & cyber security
DNV GL provides classification and technical assurance along with software and independent expert advisory services to the maritime, oil & gas and energy industries.
E2S adds light to family of Hazardous Location GRP warning signals with Xenon strobe beacons
Suitable for all Zone 1, 2, 21 & 22 hazardous location signaling applications the GNEx beacons have extended temperature range with IECEx and ATEX Ex d approvals.