ISS Newsletter September/October 2007
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DHS simulated cyber attack – You have certainly heard discussions of this video from Idaho National Laboratory for the Department of Homeland Security.  The video was intended for "Official Use Only" but has enjoyed widespread distribution.
http://hosted.ap.org/dynamic/stories/H/HACKING_THE_GRID?SITE=MITRA&SECTION=HOME&TEMPLATE=DEFAULT

21 Steps to Improve Cyber Security of SCADA Networks – The booklet is a practical guide to SCADA cyber security made available by DOE.  Now there is a tool based upon the steps that is a simple-to-use, survey tool that will give you an evaluation of your cyber security program in graphical form.  The tools is complimentary, but must be requested.  So if you are interested, email me mhester@issatlanta.com or Cliff Glantz from Pacific Northwest National Laboratory at cliff.glantz@pnl.gov.
The 21 Steps booklet: http://www.oe.netl.doe.gov/docs/prepare/21stepsbooklet.pdf

Electric Power User's Group – The forum is open to anyone associated with an electric utility and is really easy to join. After clicking on "register" at the top of the page, you will be asked to enter a username and a valid email address and in a few minutes you will be sent a confirmation number.  Just click on the link in the email and you're in!
http://www.epug.org

Upgrade your lighting and save money – Try compact fluorescent light bulbs, but be sure to check the color and reading quality ratings.  Everything you ever wanted to know at: http://www.popularmechanics.com/home_journal/home_improvement/4215199.html?page=5
Some good buys are available online.  And be sure to read on disposal of spent or broken bulbs:
http://www.energystar.gov/ia/partners/promotions/change_light/downloads/Fact_Sheet_Mercury.pdf

Take a game break – It's good for your brain: http://discovermagazine.com/2007/brain/video-games