Cyber Intrusions in Water Infrastructure: How Attacks Actually Unfold
(Room 122 A&B)
14 Sep 26
11:00 AM
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12:00 PM
Tracks:
Cyber & Physical Security
Cyber intrusions targeting water infrastructure are no longer theoretical, they unfold in predictable stages that organizations can learn to recognize and disrupt. This session walks attendees through how real-world attacks actually progress, from initial access and credential compromise to lateral movement into operational technology and, ultimately, operational disruption. Rather than focusing on abstract threats, the presentation breaks down the anatomy of an intrusion in practical, plain-language terms relevant to water and wastewater systems. Participants gain a clear understanding of where vulnerabilities most often exist, why small and rural systems are frequently targeted, and which defensive measures most effectively interrupt an attack before it escalates.