U.S. oil and gas sector faces OT security challenges post-Operation Epic Fury
🔴 Tension RisingSC Media2026-05-08
The U.S. oil and gas sector faces significant cybersecurity vulnerabilities, highlighted by Operation Epic Fury. Despite increased investment, many organizations lack adequate OT-specific tools for detecting cyber threats, creating a major risk. Cultural divides between IT and OT teams and operational risk aversion remain significant obstacles to improvement, amid heightened concerns about Iran-aligned cyber activity.