Critical infrastructure giant Itron says it was hacked

Itron, the American tech giant supplying water and energy meters to millions, confirms a cyberattack on its network. | Contesto: cronaca

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• Critical infrastructure giant Itron says it was hacked

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Itron, the American technology giant that provides water and energy monitoring systems and utility meters to hundreds of millions of homes and businesses worldwide, confirmed it was hacked. The company, which serves as critical infrastructure for utilities across the globe, disclosed the breach in a regulatory filing, though it has not yet detailed the extent of the attack or the data compromised. The hack raises significant concerns because Itron’s devices are embedded in the energy and water grids of countless communities. The company’s meters and monitoring platforms are used by utilities to track consumption, manage billing, and in some cases, remotely control supply. A breach could potentially disrupt these services or expose sensitive customer and operational data. Security experts note that attacks on critical infrastructure vendors have become a growing threat, as a single compromise can cascade across multiple utilities and regions. Itron has not specified when the intrusion occurred or who may be responsible. In its filing, the company stated it is working with law enforcement and cybersecurity firms to investigate the incident and mitigate any impact. The company also said it has taken steps to secure its network and is assessing whether the attack has affected its operations or customer data. The incident underscores the vulnerability of the interconnected systems that modern societies rely on for essential services. Itron’s products are used by more than 8,000 utilities globally, and the company’s technology is integral to the smart grid infrastructure that many governments are expanding. Any disruption to Itron’s operations could have ripple effects on electricity and water supply management, billing accuracy, and grid stability. This breach is the latest in a series of cyberattacks targeting critical infrastructure providers. In recent years, hackers have compromised Colonial Pipeline, JBS Foods, and multiple water treatment facilities, demonstrating that both private companies and public utilities are prime targets. The Itron attack highlights the ongoing challenge of securing the supply chain for essential services, where a single vendor’s...

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