www.prnewswire.com Sage Water Resources Enhances Cybersecurity After Geopolitical Attack
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- •Sage Water Resources experienced a targeted cyber incident on March 15, 2026.
- •The attack involved malicious logic manipulation by a nation-state actor.
- •SWR has enhanced its cybersecurity measures, transitioning to an advanced PLC/VPN configuration.
On March 15, 2026, Sage Water Resources (SWR) detected unauthorized activity on its Programmable Logic Control (PLC) system at a salt water disposal facility in Duchesne, Utah. Forensic analysis confirmed that the incident involved malicious logic manipulation by a nation-state threat actor, part of a broader campaign targeting U.S. critical infrastructure. The attack was mitigated without causing physical or environmental damage, thanks to the quick response of SWR's operations team and an alert truck driver. SWR has since transitioned its network to a more secure configuration, enhancing its defenses against future threats. The company is now fully operational and pursuing growth opportunities while emphasizing the importance of cybersecurity in the energy sector.
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