With the increased potential of a bona fide cyber terrorist attack and the possibility of a future “war in the wires,†we must continue to sterilize the networks connected to critical infrastructures. This paper provides a risk assessment of an existing operational computer network used to control a boiler system generating power and heat for an installation. The methodology used in evaluating the security of the system is described along with specific recommendations for minimizing the risk associated with connecting the network to the Internet for the purposes of remote data collection and administration. Our assessment and proposed recommendations may be applied to any critical infrastructure with a requirement for remote administration and/or data collection.
Citation: ASHRAE Trans., vol. 112, pt. 2, paper no. QC-06-062, p. 671-679
Product Details
- Published:
- 2006
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- 9
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- 1 file , 1.6 MB
- Product Code(s):
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