Why cybersecurity is more important than ever Nothing works without electricity; it’s the lifeline of our modern society, without which everything from households to essential industries such as telecommunications, healthcare, water supply, and financial systems cannot function. This insight isn’t new but is more relevant today than ever. Daily headlines and reports from Europe’s ENISA, Austria’s Federal Chancellery, and Germany’s BSI show that the threat of cyber attacks is growing, and energy companies, in particular, are their focus. Digitalization has transformed the energy industry. Although new technologies open up opportunities, they also increase risks. Critical infrastructure’s increasing interconnectedness with IT systems make them more vulnerable than ever. Looking into known vulnerabilities reveals the scale of the problem: OT system manufacturers regularly publish security advisories for their products. The number of reported vulnerabilities has increased significantly in recent years – a clear sign that cyberspace threats are continuing to grow. Therefore, protecting these supply-critical businesses from cyber and physical attacks is vital. Recent developments in cyber security legislation Since its introduction in 2022, the EU’s NIS2 Directive has sparked intense discussions and debates about cybersecurity. It required member states to transpose enhanced FROM NIS2 TO StromVV What really matters in the complex field of cyber regulations Number of vulnerabilities and security advisories 2010 2012 2014 2016 2018 2020 2022 2024 Vulnerabilities Advisories 0 400 800 1,200 1,600 2,000 «The number of reported vulnerabilities has increased significantly in recent years – a clear sign that cyberspace threats are continuing to grow.» 6
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