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SCADA System Vulnerability Assessment (463)

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Problem: Need assessment of SCADA system security vulnerability to allow development of effective solutions.

Project Activity Scope (from Technical Overview Chart): Controls and Measurements through Integrated Systems.

PNNL Solution:

  • Review SCADA and communication system design and technology
  • Conduct thorough system assessment (i.e. data security, unauthorized control events, etc.) to identify security vulnerabilities
    • Commonly exploited vulnerabilities
    • System specific and emerging vulnerabilities

Capabilities Employed to Meet Client Needs: Leveraged PNNL staff with: expertise in SCADA system design and operation, SCADA system security measures and vulnerabilities/threats, cyber security threats and mitigation methods, power systems.

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Contact: Mark Hadley

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