Technology
Cybersecurity Threats to Critical Infrastructure and Public Safety
Quick fact
In 2021, a cyberattack on a US pipeline company caused a massive fuel shortage, leading to panic buying and confirming that attacks on critical infrastructure can have immediate physical and economic consequences.
Why this is interesting
Have you ever wondered what would happen if a cyberattack hit the power grid? It's not just about losing electricity—it could also disrupt hospitals, traffic lights, and water treatment plants, directly endangering lives.