Researchers find 8,547 exposed solar and wind systems across Europe

Dutch cybersecurity researchers identified thousands of renewable energy installations in 35 European countries with unprotected internet-facing systems, raising concerns about the vulnerability of critical grid infrastructure.

First covered Oct 7, 2026 · 5:15 AM PT · 1 article · no longer in the live window

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35d PV Magazine Thousands of European solar park systems exposed online, say researchers — Dutch firm Modat and the Netherlands' cybersecurity agency have identified 8,547 exposed systems at solar and wind sites in 35 European countries, with Spain…

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Appeared in: 2026-10-07 (#4) · 2026-10-08 (#7)

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