5 Reasons Energy is a Hackers Dream Target.

• Homeland Security says Energy has the highest security flaws of all industries
• Gulf waters provide an opportunity for unprotected wireless signals that can hack the concerntration of energy facilities on the Gulf Coast
• Energy Equipment designed decades ago without security features
• “Efforts over the years to link computer networks to devices that monitor pressure or control valves have exposed operations to online threats”
• Oil & gas aren’t subject to the stricter cybersecurity measures required for power, chemical and nuclear facilities

AP | Hackers Drawn to Energy Sector’s Lack of Sensors, Controls

Oil Price.com | Texas Oil Companies Exposed To Major Cyber Threat