This course covers the vulnerabilities and potential attacks on the power grid, focusing on high-stake, low-tech scenarios. The learning outcomes include understanding power outages, the terrorist threat to the power grid, and the importance of utility worker safety. The course teaches skills such as recognizing power grid vulnerabilities and safety tips for utility workers. The teaching method consists of video lectures from Derbycon 2015. This course is intended for individuals interested in cybersecurity, infrastructure protection, and national security.
Overview
Syllabus
Intro
Kevin Cordle
Power Outages
Power Outages Explained
The Terrorist Key
The Power Grid
Death by a Thousand Cuts
Wichita Lineman
Oh Shit Moment
Why We Have Not Been Attacked Yet
White House Power Outage
White House Press Conference
Tweets
Power Grid Vulnerability
Power Station Attack
Utility Workers
Safety Tips
Outro