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Canada Warns of Rising Hacktivist Threats to Critical Infrastructure

10/31/2025

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The Canadian Centre for Cyber Security issued an alert about increased cyber incidents involving hacktivists targeting industrial control systems (ICS) in critical infrastructure.
Recent attacks included tampering with water pressure at a municipal facility, triggering false alarms at an oil and gas company, and manipulating conditions at a grain drying silo.
Authorities recommend conducting thorough inventories of ICS devices, implementing VPNs with two-factor authentication, and enhancing monitoring practices to mitigate risks.
Coordination among provincial governments, municipalities, and organizations is essential for securing these systems.

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The Canadian Centre for Cyber Security issued an alert about increased cyber incidents involving hacktivists targeting industrial control systems (ICS) in critical infrastructure.
Recent attacks included tampering with water pressure at a municipal facility, triggering false alarms at an oil and gas company, and manipulating conditions at a grain drying silo.
Authorities recommend conducting thorough inventories of ICS devices, implementing VPNs with two-factor authentication, and enhancing monitoring practices to mitigate risks.
Coordination among provincial governments, municipalities, and organizations is essential for securing these systems.