Client Background
JSC “Prykarpattiaoblenergo” distributes electricity through power networks in Ukraine. 26,255.2 km of overhead and cable lines. 6723 transformer substations. ~2,7 billion kilowatt-hours of electricity is transmitted through the power grids per year.
Project trigger
“Prykarpattiaoblenergo”, a major electricity distribution company in Ukraine, recognized the critical importance of enhancing its cybersecurity posture. The project was driven by the need to comply with regulatory requirements and the heightened urgency to fortify defenses amidst the ongoing war, where the aggressor seeks to inflict damage on critical infrastructure through cyberspace in addition to missile strikes.
Solution
The project encompassed a comprehensive approach to bolstering Prykarpattiaoblenergo’s cybersecurity resilience:
- Social Engineering Scenarios: Several Phishing attacks targeting employees were simulated, aiming to gain access to corporate IT-services.
- A BlackBox Web Application Penetration Testing: Scope covered the website, personal account web-application, as well as other related services within the network perimeter.
Results
The project yielded valuable insights and actionable recommendations to fortify Prykarpattiaoblenergo’s cybersecurity defenses:
- Assessment: Potential attack vectors and vulnerabilities were identified, enabling the client to prioritize and implement necessary security enhancements.
- Risk Mitigation: Comprehensive guidance was provided to address the identified risks.
- Strategic Roadmap: The assessment highlighted opportunities to bolster security processes, controls, and the overall cybersecurity posture.
By proactively addressing the findings and implementing the recommended measures, Prykarpattiaoblenergo can effectively mitigate cyber threats, ensure business continuity, and maintain the reliability of its critical electricity distribution operations, even in the face of adversarial attempts to compromise its systems.
