Fitjar Municipality Probes Possible Cyber Intrusion After Water Production Halt
Summary
Fitjar Municipality is investigating a possible intrusion at its water treatment plant after production temporarily stopped on April 24. The cause and any effect on water quality remain unknown; national authorities have been notified.
Key points
- Water production at Fitjar Municipality’s treatment plant temporarily stopped after an incident on April 24.
- The municipality is investigating a possible cyber intrusion, but the cause of the stoppage has not been confirmed.
- The plant supplies drinking water to all residents of the municipality.
- The municipality notified the Norwegian Food Safety Authority and the National Security Authority.
- Any effect on water quality or public safety has not been established.
Article Details
- Victim Organization
- Fitjar kommune
- Incident Type
- Possible cyberattack or data intrusion at a water treatment facility; the cause has not been confirmed.
- Operational Impact
- Water production temporarily stopped. The facility supplies drinking water to all residents of the municipality. Effects on water quality and resident safety are unknown.
- Claim Status
- alleged