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Process Control Network Infected with a Virus

Event Year
2012
Reliability
Confirmed
Industry
Petroleum

Description

The process control network (PCN) was infected with a virus.  Twelve PC’s on the process control network were infected. The virus infection did not affect production, or cause any environmental or property damage.  The virus was likely introduced via an infected laptop.  The laptop was not scanned for viruses using up to date anti-virus software.

Impact

Twelve PC’s on theprocess control network were infected with a virus. The virus infection did not affect production, or cause any environmental or property damage.  The virus was likely introduced via an infected laptop.