CenterPoint Energy confirms hackers compromised networks and stole data, and the hackers claim theft of 7.5 million files
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A major energy utility losing control of networks and millions of files is another reminder that critical infrastructure is now a live cyber battleground, not a hypothetical. If you depend on utilities or operate OT yourself, revisit incident response and data segregation—assume supplier breaches will touch your operations sooner than your own perimeter fails.
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