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Double trouble: When climate change and cyber crime collide

everbridge

Additionally, the vulnerability of critical infrastructure like power grids, communication networks, and transportation systems during times of crisis makes them prime targets for state-sponsored cyberattacks. Those who forget history….

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What Is Cyber Extortion? Tips for Securing Your Data

Pure Storage

Threats against Critical Infrastructure Attackers often target essential servicessuch as power grids, water supplies, or transportation systemsthreatening severe disruption unless paid. Cybercriminals exploit vulnerabilities in outdated systems or through advanced persistent threats (APTs). fuel pipeline, causing widespread disruptions.

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Following Recent Incidents, U.S. House of Representatives Examines Counterdrone Protections

Security Industry Association

10, 2024, the House Homeland Security Committee held a joint hearing by the Subcommittee on Counterterrorism, Law Enforcement, and Intelligence and Subcommittee on Transportation and Maritime Security entitled Safeguarding the Homeland from Unmanned Aerial Systems.

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A Solution for the Retail Theft Crisis

Security Industry Association

In May 2023, the Transportation Security Administration (TSA) announced a $128 million expansion of its passenger biometric checkpoints in U.S. A majority of Americans surveyed by independent polling firm Schoen Cooperman Research supported facial recognition’s enhanced safety benefits and accuracy.

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How To Protect Facilities Against Severe Storm Threats

Continuity Insights

Downed power lines also expose workers in transport to electrical shock risks, as contact with a power line can energize a car or truck. Ensuring that your facility has adequate surge protection should be a priority, and Type 1 surge protective devices (SPDs) can keep equipment safe in the case of nearby lightning.

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Expo Seguridad México Keynote Speaker Guadalupe Correa-Cabrera Examines the Latest Security Risks in Mexico

Security Industry Association

Guadalupe Correa-Cabrera : Micro and small businesses, the hydrocarbons sector, transportation and, in general, all types of businesses that are forced to pay extortion fees to organized crime. Which economic sectors do you consider most vulnerable given the current security situation in Mexico?

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The Kelly Report – Incident Management Lessons from the Heathrow Substation Fire

Plan B Consulting

The CEO is not on the Gold Team roster as they “liaise with the Board, Department for Transport and other stakeholders”. As Heathrow is a very operational organisation involving lots of moving parts, I like the time differentiation of the two phases.