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Project Watershed 250 Addresses Water Utility Cybersecurity Vulnerabilities

Project Watershed 250 Addresses Water Utility Cybersecurity Vulnerabilities

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ThreatCluster •November 10, 2026 at 09:42 UTC

Project Watershed 250, launched on August 31, 2026, aims to assist water utilities in Texas with cybersecurity vulnerabilities. The initiative follows a July 30 alert from the FBI and EPA about attacks on utilities in at least seven states, where attackers exploited internet-exposed Rockwell Automation PLCs, disrupting operations. The pilot program provides free red-team assessments, AI tools, and training to participating utilities. However, funding for ongoing support remains unresolved, as federal grants have primarily targeted larger systems. The urgency of the project reflects the critical state of cybersecurity in water utilities, which serve over 31 million people in Texas. The program's success will depend on its ability to address long-term funding and resource challenges for smaller utilities.

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Timeline

2026-07-30
FBI and EPA alert issued
An alert warned that utilities in at least seven states were targeted by cyber attackers exploiting vulnerabilities in PLCs.
Industrialcyber.Co
2026-08-31
Project Watershed 250 launched
The pilot program was initiated to assist water utilities in identifying and fixing cybersecurity vulnerabilities.
Industrialcyber.Co

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Common questions

What utilities are affected?
The initiative targets small and mid-sized water utilities in Texas, which are particularly vulnerable.
What types of support does the program provide?
The program offers free assessments, AI tools, training, and threat intelligence to participating utilities.
What are the main concerns regarding funding?
Ongoing funding for cybersecurity improvements remains unresolved, particularly for smaller utilities that lack resources.