UK seeks to boost defences for potential infrastructure attacks
The UK government unveiled a fresh attempt to bolster security of critical energy infrastructure like gas pipelines.
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Aker Solutions’ Brazilian business hit by cyberattack
A Brazilian unit of Aker Solutions has been hit with a cyber attack, in which hackers have claimed to have locked data and encrypted files.
Singapore’s Sembcorp Marine hit by cybersecurity incident
Shipbuilding firm Sembcorp Marine has taken swift action after it uncovered a cybersecurity incident.
Cybersecurity now top focus of upstream digital investments, Accenture says
Cybersecurity has emerged as the top focus of upstream oil and gas companies’ digital investments, according to a new report from Accenture (NYSE: ACN).
Oil and gas sector procurement fuels need for cyber defence
As the oil and gas sector depends on contractors as part of the supply chain, a rising wave of global cyberattacks raises the question – how seriously do suppliers take cybersecurity?
Saudi Aramco says ‘everybody’ will eventually be hit by cyberattacks
The world’s most profitable company told Offshore Europe delegates last week that “everybody” will eventually be hit by a cyberattack.
Concern Russian cyberwar could hit North Sea operators
Premier Oil’s head of cybersecurity has expressed concern that any action against Russia could lead to retaliation against North Sea operators.
UK government warns oil supply chain is ‘espionage target’
The UK government has warned that oil and gas suppliers are an ‘attractive espionage target’ for hackers.
U.S. regulators urge better oversight for pipeline cybersecurity
The federal agency now charged with overseeing cybersecurity for U.S. pipelines is ill equipped to do the job, say two top regulators who want the role given to the Energy Department.
Event to focus on EU cybersecurity rule for offshore infrastructure
An event is taking place in Aberdeen next week, highlighting the need for oil and gas companies to meet the requirements of a new EU law to protect critical infrastructure.
$25million funding opportunity to improve US energy cybersecurity
The US government has announced a $25million funding opportunity to help the sector become more resilient against cyberattacks.