Bonn: Federal Network Agency is calling for more protection against cyber attacks on power grid

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network agency wants better protection of the power grid against cyber attacks

Bonn - In view of the latest disorders in the power grid in Spain and Portugal, Klaus Müller, President of the Federal Network Agency, pointed out the increasing risks of cyber attacks. Despite the long -standing discussions about dangers in the telecommunications sector for a long time, Müller warns, and the power grid also requires serious attention in relation to safety threats. The exact causes of the power failure on the Iberian Peninsula are still unclear, which underlines the urgency of his warnings.

Müller emphasizes that smaller photovoltaic systems in particular are considered to be vulnerable. According to Müller, these systems that are available to a large number of users require sustainable and robust cyber resilience. This means that both the devices themselves and their operators have to be better prepared against cyber attacks in order not to endanger the safety of the entire power supply.

Furthermore, Müller calls for a rapid implementation of the EU's new cyber resilience directive in national law. This guideline could enable significant progress in protecting digital attacks on the electricity system. Successful implementation would not only offer improved protection, but also create more awareness of the challenges in the field of cyber security.

The growing dependence on digital infrastructure and the constant progress of the technology make it essential to take appropriate measures to improve cyber defense. This is particularly important because critical infrastructures such as the power grid represent a potential goal for attacks and a disturbance could have far -reaching consequences.

Security and risk management in the context of cyber attacks is therefore a central topic for the German network agency. By strengthening the security standards, trust in the stability and reliability of the energy supply can be maintained, which is essential for the country's economic and social stability.