Reference no: EM133478975

A SCADA system malfunction has led to the malfunction of some power generators at several powerplants across Victoria. The malfunction has severely damaged the generators and there is currently no estimate on the time to repair them. The effect of this on the population is extreme, we are seeing frequent grey outs as the demand for power fluctuates.

This has had an adverse effect on the local hospitals who need a constant, reliable supply of power to operate. Ambulances are being redirected from major hospitals due to problems in accessing medical resources and equipment. This has also affected the train and light rail network who rely on power to operate. Busses are currently being deployed to take up the slack while trains and light rail services are being reduced however the demand is too high for the busses to cope effectively. As this malfunction occurred simultaneously at multiple locations, it is suspected that this is a coordinated cyber-attack from an unknown source. The scale indicates high sophistication and technical knowledge which is consistent with a state-based or state-sponsored attack.

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Recommendation; Explain why changes is needed. Explain why the course if action will improve the situation.