Increase in Cyber Incidents Affecting UK Drinking Water Supplies
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Record cyber incidents threaten UK’s drinking water supplies. A surge in cyber incidents affecting Britain’s critical drinking water infrastructure has been reported this year, with at least six incidents disclosed under the NIS Regulations, a significant increase from previous years. The nature of these incidents remains unclear, potentially involving both operational failures and cyberattacks. The National Cyber Security Centre (NCSC) has noted a 50% rise in nationally significant incidents compared to last year. In response to growing concerns, the UK government is considering new legislation that would enhance transparency requirements for critical infrastructure providers, potentially reducing the incident reporting window from three days to 24 hours. This move aims to improve public awareness and confidence in the security of essential services amidst rising cyber threats.