Latvian police board vessel after Baltic Sea telecom cable breach: A concerning situation has unfolded in the Baltic Sea, with Latvian police taking action after a breach of an undersea optical fiber cable. This cable, owned by a private company, is a crucial link, connecting Lithuania and Latvia, essential for data transmission and communication. The fact that such a vital piece of infrastructure has been damaged sparks concern and highlights the vulnerability of these underwater networks.
Latvian police board vessel after Baltic Sea telecom cable breach: The incident has prompted a swift response, with Latvian authorities boarding a vessel in connection to the cable damage.… Continue reading
Latvia’s parliament has passed amendments to its National Security Law, prohibiting Russian and Belarusian citizens from working in or providing services to the country’s critical infrastructure, defined as facilities essential to public health, safety, and national well-being. The law bars these citizens from accessing sensitive data or systems within this infrastructure, with exceptions requiring special authorization. Furthermore, Russian and Belarusian individuals and companies are prohibited from owning or benefiting from critical infrastructure, including management roles. This legislation mandates loyalty to Latvia and prohibits support for actors threatening democratic nations, mirroring similar, albeit broader, vehicle restrictions recently implemented by Lithuania.
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Unregistered devices were discovered in US solar inverters, raising cybersecurity concerns. These digital inverters, crucial to solar power systems, could be remotely controlled, potentially causing power outages or infrastructure damage. The issue is not limited to the US, with similar concerns expressed in Europe, where the risk to the grid is substantial given the widespread use of these inverters. Industry bodies are calling for increased cybersecurity measures, including transparent software lists and restrictions on remote access from high-risk manufacturers, to mitigate the potential for sabotage or espionage. The potential impact is significant, mirroring recent geopolitical events where energy supplies were weaponized.
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