EPA Urges Immediate Action as Cyberattacks on U.S. Water Systems Escalate

Federal officials report a rise in cyber threats targeting water utilities, with many systems failing to meet security standards.

70% of inspected utilities violated cybersecurity standards, according to the EPA.
Recent attacks have been linked to groups affiliated with Russia, Iran, and China.
Basic security measures like changing default passwords are often neglected.
The fragmented nature of U.S. water systems complicates cybersecurity efforts.
The Biden administration is pushing for stronger defenses across critical infrastructure sectors.