Modern power plants, whether fueled by natural gas, diesel' coal, nuclear energy, or renewable sources, rely on a combination of industrial processes, hazardous materials, and computerized control systems. These materials are essential for production but also pose serious health, safety, and environmental risks if mishandled or compromised. As industrial control systems (ICS) and Operational Technology (OT) become increasingly networked, so too does the attack surface for threat actors targeting critical infrastructure. This article explores key hazardous materials in power plants, their roles, how they integrate with operational control systems, and what cyber risks they introduce along with recommendations to protect them.
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