The assault on Colonial Pipeline Co last week was a particular affront. Colonial was hit on day 37 of a 60-day push by the Department of Homeland Security to confront such attacks. The administration’s campaign is the latest in a long series of cyber strategies offered by presidents and lawmakers from both parties to curb hackers. The Colonial pipeline was idled for the third consecutive day on Monday, as fuel suppliers increasingly worry about the possibility of gasoline and diesel shortages along the US East Coast. The result is uneven protection: Some companies, including major banks, have invested heavily in cybersecurity.

Source: The Star May 11, 2021 11:00 UTC