Thursday 29 October 2015

ENISA to invest in emerging smart critical infrastructure security

The European Union Agency for Network and Information Security (ENISA) has revealed that it will be looking to focus its attention on “developing good practices” when it comes to “emerging smart critical infrastructures” in 2016.

In its Work Programme document, the European Union agency said that individuals and organizations will benefit from this investment, as they will have at their disposal comprehensive and detailed security and resilience guidelines.

ENISA recognizes that the move towards an interconnected and tech-first way of living, while reflective of progress, nevertheless brings with it multiple cybersecurity risks.

Smart cities, smart grids and intelligent transport systems need to be appropriately protected, as any compromise in these areas can have serious repercussions.

The agency will concentrate on three areas over the next 12 months. This includes smart cars and intelligent road systems; smart health services and infrastructures; and smart airports. For the full article click here 



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