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Exploiting a weak password exposed the vulnerabilities of critical infrastructure around the world • Attackers managed to remotely open valves and increase the flow of water into the lake for four hours • Experts warn: Israel has dozens of dams and critical water facilities that must be protected
Hackers Breach Norwegian Dam, Triggering Full Valve Opening
Hackers successfully took control of critical operational systems at a dam facility near Risevatnet in Bremanger, Norway, during April. The attackers managed to seize command over the minimum water flow controls and gained access to the dam’s valve closure mechanism, leading to a full valve opening event that lasted several hours before being detected and […] The post Hackers Breach Norwegian Dam, Triggering Full Valve Opening appeared first on …
Norwegian Dam Valve Forced Open For Hours In Cyberattack - Cybernoz - Cybersecurity News
In a concerning incident this April, unidentified hackers managed to breach the control systems of a Norwegian dam. Reportedly, hackers breached the control systems of a Norwegian dam, causing its water valve to open fully. The incident occurred at the Lake Risevatnet dam, situated near the city of Svelgen in Southwest Norway. The valve remained open for four hours before the unauthorized activity was detected. According to the Norwegian energy …
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