FERC Expands Cybersecurity Standards to Include Low-Impact Bulk Electric System Assets
The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) has approved a new cybersecurity standard that extends supply chain risk management requirements to low-impact bulk electric system cyber systems. The decision aims to prevent coordinated attacks on these assets, which could have wide-reaching effects despite their classification as 'low impact.' The rule will take effect in April 2026.
Topics: cybersecurity energy regulation FERC supply chain risk