Cyber Trends: Keep an Eye on Critical Infrastructure Sectors
2024 has been a year fraught with cyber attacks that have highlighted significant vulnerabilities in critical infrastructure sectors, as reported by Government Technology. Incidents like the CrowdStrike event and the ransomware attack on Change Healthcare only underscored the risks associated with single points of failure within organizations and sectors, as small technical errors or lack of proper security measures can lead to widespread disruptions. In the case of the CrowdStrike incident, a flawed software update affected millions, while Change Healthcare’s breach compromised personal data for a third of Americans. As a result, healthcare and water sectors are now facing increased scrutiny and the need for enhanced cybersecurity practices.
