DHS to issue first-ever cybersecurity regulations for pipelines after Colonial hack

Colonial Pipeline Hack: US to Boost Cyber Protections for Supply Companies

The Biden administration is working with pipeline companies to strengthen protections against cyberattacks following the Colonial Pipeline hack, with announcements of actions planned in coming days,...

DHS to Regulate Pipeline Cybersecurity Following Colonial Attack

The Department of Homeland Security will issue its first regulations for cyber attacks against pipeline companies following the incident with Colonial Pipeline earlier this month, The Washington Post reports.

DHS decides pipeline companies need cybersecurity regulations

Photo by Samuel Corum/Anadolu Agency/Getty ImagesThe hack of the Colonial Pipeline — which kneecapped oil availability on the East Coast for almost two weeks — was as disastrous as it was likely preventable. A branch of the Department of Homeland Security, however, is hoping to correct course by changing the rules on cybersecurity and disclosure for Colonial and other companies in the pipeline industry.As reported byThe Washington Post, the Tran…

DHS to mandate pipeline companies report cybersecurity breaches

Currently, pipeline operators adhere to TSA security guidelines and report cybersecurity incidents on a voluntary basis.

DHS to mandate pipeline companies report cybersecurity breaches

Currently, pipeline operators adhere to TSA security guidelines and report cybersecurity incidents on a voluntary basis.

DHS to mandate pipeline companies report cybersecurity breaches

Currently, pipeline operators adhere to TSA security guidelines and report cybersecurity incidents on a voluntary basis.