Protecting our vital infrastructure: insights from those on the ground

TLDR:

• Attacks on critical infrastructure, like the recent Volt Typhoon threat, are increasing and concerning.
• Organizations now have the knowledge and tools to defend against these threats.

Recent headlines have highlighted the threat of Volt Typhoon, a state-sponsored Chinese threat actor targeting US critical infrastructure. This group uses living-off-the-land techniques to infiltrate network infrastructure and lurk in the victim’s environment. However, instead of panicking, organizations should focus on the positives:

– Malware targeting critical infrastructure is custom and challenging, but with improved prevention and detection capabilities, organizations are better equipped to defend against these threats.

– Security fundamentals like network segmentation, intrusion detection systems, and identity security are crucial to protecting critical infrastructure.

– Regular risk assessments, adaptive cybersecurity strategies, and modern security programs help organizations stay secure and resilient against evolving threats.

In conclusion, while attacks on critical infrastructure are escalating, organizations can use advanced security measures to protect themselves and prevent potential damage.