In the past couple of weeks, I’ve been blogging about Smart Grid from a positive, green technology standpoint. But those of us in security know that it’s also rife with potential security risks. And recent events underscore that point. In April, The Wall Street Journal reported that spies from other countries had hacked into the grid, planting software that could have been used to disrupt service. While no such disruption occurred, the incident does point to the need for enhanced monitoring and control over such vital services.
The Obama administration is not taking the possibility of cyber threats lightly. In fact, it has undertaken several initiatives to make cybersecurity a top priority. To begin with, they’ve committed to developing a comprehensive policy for the United States. This positions the White House to assume a leadership role in protecting the nation’s information infrastructure, and fosters global cooperation on cybercrime to ensure a safer networking environment.
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