CISA warns that nation-state actors have embedded themselves in US critical infrastructure and telecommunications, positioning to disrupt operational technology beyond traditional espionage. The agency launched CI Fortify to help operators develop isolation and recovery capabilities so public health, national defense, and economic systems can continue operating during prolonged or degraded cyber conflicts. #CISA #CIFortify
Keypoints
- CISA reports nation-state actors have persistent footholds inside OT and telecom networks.
- CI Fortify emphasizes isolation to allow essential services to operate offline for weeks or months.
- Recovery guidance calls for documented systems, up-to-date backups, and regular restoration rehearsals.
- Operators should assume internet access, vendors, and third-party services may become unreliable in a conflict.
- CISA urges immediate implementation of recommendations and direct collaboration with the agency to harden defenses.
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