Agilicus

05/22/2026

Our communities rely on safe, secure water systems, but a new GAO report warns that these vital facilities are facing growing cyber threats. By moving past outdated security measures and adopting modern Zero Trust protections, we can keep our essential public infrastructure safe for everyone. Please like, share to spread awareness in your community, and read the full story here:

A recent Government Accountability Office report reveals that nearly 170,000 water systems are increasingly vulnerable to sophisticated cyberattacks. Because the air gap is dead, traditional virtual private networks no longer provide adequate protection. Agilicus AnyX secures critical infrastructure...

05/18/2026

Keeping our local power grids secure is more critical than ever for small independent producers facing new cybersecurity rules. Our latest guide breaks down how modern tools protect our critical infrastructure from cyber threats while keeping communities safely powered. Please like, share, and let us know your thoughts in the comments! https://www.agilicus.com/nerc-cip-compliance-for-small-independent-power-producers-a-pragmatic-approach/

With the April 1, 2026 enforcement date for NERC CIP-003-9 past, small Independent Power Producers (IPPs) face unique regulatory pressures. This post explores a pragmatic approach to securing low-impact assets, replacing legacy VPNs with a zero trust architecture that automates vendor access control...

05/18/2026

Keeping our local power grids secure and reliable is a community effort, and we are here to help small independent power producers navigate the latest cybersecurity standards. Learn how modern solutions like multi-factor authentication and zero trust can easily protect essential infrastructure without overwhelming your team. Read our new guide and share this with the power professionals in your network! https://www.agilicus.com/nerc-cip-compliance-for-small-independent-power-producers-a-pragmatic-approach/

With the April 1, 2026 enforcement date for NERC CIP-003-9 past, small Independent Power Producers (IPPs) face unique regulatory pressures. This post explores a pragmatic approach to securing low-impact assets, replacing legacy VPNs with a zero trust architecture that automates vendor access control...

05/17/2026

Did you know that a remote software error recently caused a fire at an EV charging station? We are breaking down this incident to show why keeping our communities safe requires physical hardware fail-safes. Read the full story, share with your network, and let us know your thoughts in the comments! https://www.agilicus.com/cyber-security-is-physical-safety-lessons-from-a-thermal-runaway/

A report on a recent B.C. EV charger fire reveals the danger of relying on software for physical safety. Learn why hardware interlocks and zero trust are non-negotiable for remote maintenance.

05/16/2026

Protecting our essential public services has never been more critical! The recent £963,900 fine issued to South Staffordshire Water is a tough reminder that traditional security isn't enough to keep our community's water supply safe. Please share this post to spread awareness, and drop a comment below on how we can better protect our vital infrastructure together: https://www.agilicus.com/water-utility-cybersecurity-the-nearly-1-million-lesson-from-south-staffordshire-water/

The £963,900 ICO fine against South Staffordshire Water highlights the fatal flaw in perimeter-based security. Learn how Agilicus Zero Trust architecture addresses identity failures and the 'legacy headache' in critical infrastructure.

05/11/2026

Keeping our communities safe means protecting the vital water and energy systems we rely on every single day. By shifting from outdated VPNs to a proactive Zero Trust model, we can ensure these essential services remain secure and operational during any crisis. Like, share, and comment below to let us know how your community is prioritizing cybersecurity!

CISA's Critical Infrastructure Fortify initiative demands a fundamental shift in how we secure our most vital assets. By assuming connectivity is unreliable and networks are already compromised, we must move toward proactive isolation. Discover how Agilicus AnyX enables a 'disconnected yet connected...

05/08/2026

Securing our communities' critical infrastructure is a shared responsibility! We've published a pragmatic, 5-dimension blueprint to help organizations effectively protect their hybrid IT and OT environments. Like and share this with your network to spread awareness, and tell us in the comments which layer of defense matters most to your team!

A strong cyber security posture is built on orthogonal defences. Review the five key dimensions of our best practices program and take the assessment to measure your resilience.

05/06/2026

In many operational technology environments, the network is a complete black box! Our latest guide explains how to illuminate your industrial network to catch breaches before they become physical disasters. Read the article below, and share with your network to help keep our communities secure! https://www.agilicus.com/visibility-and-detection-illuminating-the-industrial-network/

You cannot protect what you cannot see. Discover how to deploy effective visibility and detection mechanisms to identify threats early in hybrid environments.

05/05/2026

Are you at the Ontario Water Works Association event in Niagara Falls, Ontario?

Make sure to stop by our session today, Tuesday May 5th at 2:45PM where we will be talking about Securing Automated Water Systems with Zero Trust with our CEO Don Bowman

Learning Objectives

- The importance of Zero Trust remote remote access for critical infrastructure

- Why Automated systems still require break-fix services and ongoing maintenance

- How Zero Trust enables implementation / setup of Automated systems

05/04/2026

Protecting industrial systems is crucial for the safety and reliability of our communities. By hardening operational technology—like updating default passwords and disabling unused services—we secure critical infrastructure from cyber threats. Check out our latest guide on system hardening and share it to help keep our connected world safe! https://www.agilicus.com/system-hardening-fortifying-industrial-infrastructure/

Ensuring your control systems are resilient to attack is paramount. This post delves into system hardening practices that minimise vulnerabilities in operational technology.