Chapter
Risks of Cybersecurity Attacks on Industrial Control Systems
29:24 - 39:24 (09:59)
Attackers could reprogram safety systems in industrial control systems, which could cause destruction to the plant or even lead to a disaster by preventing the safety system from executing its function.
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Attackers on industrial plants may choose to reprogram safety systems causing destruction or even disasters.
29:24 - 34:00 (04:35)
Summary
Attackers on industrial plants may choose to reprogram safety systems causing destruction or even disasters. Attack options include forcing the plant to shut down or make it operate in an unsafe state.
ChapterRisks of Cybersecurity Attacks on Industrial Control Systems
Episode68: Triton
PodcastDarknet Diaries
A zero day vulnerability was found in a safety controller's software, allowing the attacker to write into the firmware of the system and potentially cause harm, despite the presence of safety systems.
34:00 - 37:01 (03:01)
Summary
A zero day vulnerability was found in a safety controller's software, allowing the attacker to write into the firmware of the system and potentially cause harm, despite the presence of safety systems. This type of attack requires advanced knowledge and expertise.
ChapterRisks of Cybersecurity Attacks on Industrial Control Systems
Episode68: Triton
PodcastDarknet Diaries
The targeting of civilian safety systems is currently not specifically regulated, which is why there needs to be more active discussions on the matter.
37:01 - 39:24 (02:22)
Summary
The targeting of civilian safety systems is currently not specifically regulated, which is why there needs to be more active discussions on the matter. By preventing safety systems from executing their functions, attacks increase the risk of terrible incidents such as explosions and toxic releases.