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Today in the SUN we feature an article from Corvus by Travelers on the Q4 Travelers' Cyber Threat Report. According to threat intelligence research conducted by Travelers, the fourth quarter of 2024 experienced the highest level of ransomware activity recorded in any single quarter to date, with a total of 1,663 known victims posted on leak sites. To read more, follow the link below. To stay updated on cybersecurity news, join us at gate15.global for our daily publication, the SUN. #cybersecurity #resilience #cyber #threat #ransomware Andy Jabbour Mayya Saab

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??The security of our water systems is not optional—it’s essential. Don’t miss this opportunity to arm yourself with the knowledge and tools to defend against evolving threats. Join H2OSecCon and be a leader in safeguarding the future of water security. ??https://lnkd.in/gVbqqsaH Mayya Saab Andy Jabbour Tom Dobbins, CAE Jennifer Lyn Walker April Z.Tracy Kinney

FBI Report – Heightened Threat to Chief Executive Officers Following the Shooting of a Healthcare Sector Executive WaterISAC Members- login to read the full report: https://lnkd.in/gehnd5ra

?? Stay Ahead, Stay Secure – Join Our Exclusive WaterISAC Webinar! ???? Whether you're a new member, a longtime supporter, or just curious about WaterISAC, this webinar is for you! ?? Mark your calendar for Wednesday, March 12, at 2 PM ET and get ready to dive into an insightful session designed to empower and inform water and wastewater sector professionals. Why Attend? ? Discover how WaterISAC helps safeguard the industry with critical security insights. ? Unlock member-exclusive benefits and learn how to navigate our powerful portal. ? Stay informed on the latest threats and trends affecting water and wastewater security. ? Connect with the WaterISAC team and get your questions answered in real time. ?? Don’t miss out—this webinar is open to both members and non-members! Whether you’re looking to maximize your membership or explore what WaterISAC has to offer, this is your chance to engage with the ultimate all-hazards security resource for the sector. https://lnkd.in/ds_mjmr Jennifer Lyn Walker Chase Snow Alec Davison Tom Dobbins, CAE Tracy Kinney

WaterISAC Members- did you tune in for the latest Quarterly Natural Disaster #ThreatBriefing last week? Lead Analyst, Alec Davison and Eric Hatcher, Sr Emergency Preparedness Manger for Cape Fear Public Utility Authority discussed how utilities can enhance their #preparedness and power #resilience in the face of increasing #extremeweather events. Login to view the recording https://lnkd.in/gMtcvKa8

?? Exciting News: H2OSecCon Proposal Deadline Extended! ?? H2OSecCon is the premier virtual conference dedicated to strengthening security in the water and wastewater sector. Join industry leaders, experts, and peers on May 20, 2025, to tackle cybersecurity threats, physical security challenges, and operational resilience. Gain cutting-edge insights, practical solutions, and invaluable connections to protect your utility and community. ?? Interested in Speaking? We’ve extended the deadline for proposals! You now have until Monday, March 10 to submit your session ideas. We’re looking for presentations tailored to the water and wastewater sector that focus on learning, innovation, and practical solutions in cybersecurity, resilience, and physical security. If you’re an industry expert, researcher, or technology provider with valuable insights to share, we want to hear from you! ??? #H2OSecCon #WaterSecurity #Cybersecurity https://lnkd.in/g3yMrhA8 Tracy Kinney Tom Dobbins, CAE Jennifer Lyn Walker Andy Jabbour

Article Examines Lessons Learned for Water Utilities Following the Los Angeles Wildfires: ?The devastating?wildfires in Los Angeles last month have spurred new thinking into how water utilities can best prepare to assist firefighters with battling this natural hazard. A recent article by AP offers some lessons learned for utilities to consider. https://lnkd.in/eJERDAqs

Algae-based method purifies chemically polluted water effectively, study finds. ?? Researchers at the University of Duisburg-Essen have now developed a new method for purifying polluted water. Their?recent study?demonstrates?that the?fossil remains of diatoms (a type of algae) can efficiently remove contaminants from water after being chemically modified. ?? https://lnkd.in/ejRETe25

Officials said damaging winds from storms in the area caused multiple tree limbs to fall on power lines, resulting in a power outage for the lift station.