Oil, Gas and Energy Companies
Oil, gas, and energy companies are among the critical infrastructures of strategic importance to nations. However, the rapid spread of digitalization and the integration of operational technologies (OT) with the internet have made this sector more vulnerable to cyberattacks. A large-scale cyberattack on an energy facility not only causes financial losses but also threatens national security and can lead to widespread power outages.
Major Cyber Threats Targeting Energy Companies
Disrupt online services of critical infrastructures, leading to interruptions in energy distribution and operations.
Target SCADA and OT systems, potentially disrupting production processes.
R&D data, energy production techniques, and infrastructure information can be stolen through cyber espionage attacks.
Exploit previously unknown software vulnerabilities, allowing attackers to infiltrate critical systems and cause large-scale damage.
Fraudulent emails targeting energy companies’ customers and employees aim to steal credentials and facilitate scams.
Unauthorized access and malicious software can lead to the theft or exposure of critical data.
