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January 11, 2025

cybersecurity

Ransomware Attack Hits New Mexico Commission
The New Mexico PRC’s website and electronic filing system have been offline since a ransomware attack on Jan. 9, and it may be a week before it is restored.
Rooftop PV’s ‘Hidden Loads’ Challenge Grid Planners
DERs such as rooftop solar panels and batteries may pose a higher risk for grid stability than previously thought, the chief engineer for SDG&E warned.
Report: Oil, Gas Hackers Expanding to Grid
Hackers who once focused on oil and gas producers have been increasingly targeting the electric grid, according to a new report by ICS security firm Dragos.
Iran Cyber Threat Increasing, Experts Say
Although fears of an imminent U.S. military conflict with Iran have eased, cybersecurity experts cautioned the country remains an increasing cyber threat.
Glick Warns ‘Die is Cast’ with Duke Accounting Change
FERC allowed Duke to treat its Cybersecurity Informational Technology-Operational Technology Program as a single project for calculating allowance for funds.
Cold, Security Lead MRO Risk Assessment
Increasing incidents of extreme weather, along with threats to cybersecurity, are pressing items identified in MRO’s draft Regional Risk Assessment.
Lawyers Find Their Roles in Cybersecurity
Lawyers' roles in ensuring utilities' cybersecurity was the topic of a panel discussion at last week's Energy Bar Association Mid-Year Forum in D.C.
NYPSC Projects Lower Winter Energy Prices
The New York PSC expects winter electricity prices will be slightly lower than a year ago, based on a declining price trend and normal weather forecast.
NRC Outlines Plans to Change Nuke Cyber Oversight
The NRC briefed FERC on its plans to replace its time-intensive inspections of licensees’ cybersecurity plans with a more “risk-informed” approach.
Senate ENR Seeks $250M for Utility Cyber Spending
The leaders of the Senate ENR Committee announced legislation to provide $250 million in funding for transmission owners cybersecurity investments.

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