GAO Recommends National Cybersecurity Strategy

WASHINGTON, D.C. - The U.S. Government Accountability Office (GAO) was asked to review cybersecurity threats facing the water sector and the federal government's efforts to address these threats. A newly released GAO report (1) describes cybersecurity risks and incidents; (2) examines actions by selected federal and nonfederal entities to improve cybersecurity; and (3) evaluates EPA's actions to address known risks.

GAO analyzed documents from EPA, CISA, and other entities on cyber threats, threat actors, and sector efforts to reduce risk. GAO interviewed federal and nonfederal officials with relevant cybersecurity responsibilities. GAO also visited and interviewed officials from large and small systems selected to provide varying perspectives.

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