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Water utilities face rising cybersecurity threats

Cyberattacks on water utilities are surging. Expert Frederick Johnson outlines three key strategies to strengthen defenses and reduce ransomware risks.

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Cyber threats to your tap water? Alarming vulnerabilities per EPA

EPA sounds alarm: 70% of water systems vulnerable to cyberattacks. The agency is engaging in stronger enforcement and urging immediate action.

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EPA, White House issue warning re cyber attacks on water systems

The EPA and White House are urging state leaders to take swift action to enhance the cybersecurity of water infrastructure in response to escalating cyberattack threats.

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Cybersecurity in drinking water systems heard before subcommittee

Officials urge increased funding for cybersecurity to protect U.S. water systems against growing threats, emphasizing training and resilience.

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Cybersecurity should continue to be a priority

An attack on a small water system in western Pennsylvania has prompted warnings from Wyoming Public Radio and others for utility companies to pay attention to their cybersecurity.

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Water providers face cybersecurity challenges

Water providers and utilities across the United States face growing cybersecurity challenges, and many are unprepared. This article links resources that could help.

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  1. Deborah on Low snowpack raises concerns for Colorado River BasinMarch 9, 2026

    Good insights! I am quite concerned about this situation. We need several long-lasting storms. Here in early March, it's unusually…

  2. Helen c on RealWaterTA: EPA announces “back to basics” water initiativeMarch 8, 2026

    As long as the feds continue to allow data centers, and impede alternative energy sources, we're doomed. These programs are…

  3. Helen c on Low snowpack raises concerns for Colorado River BasinMarch 8, 2026

    It is so obvious that the entire larger ecosystem is interdependent on factors that we've been aware of, and done…

  4. Laura on RealWaterTA: EPA announces “back to basics” water initiativeMarch 7, 2026

    Well, this looks and feels like a sound idea. I find myself wondering if my little towns population is low…

  5. Laura on Low snowpack raises concerns for Colorado River BasinMarch 7, 2026

    There is nothing fun about these drought conditions. You can't have snowpack if there's been no snow and there has…

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