As digital technologies become more deeply embedded in our cities, the need to protect critical infrastructures, such as electricity grids and water systems, from cyber threats is more urgent than ever. In the CyberNEMO project, Trial 2, coordinated by ASM Terni, addresses this challenge through a real-world deployment in a multi-utility environment.

This trial evaluates how advanced cybersecurity solutions can protect smart energy and water systems from coordinated cyberattacks. From securing smart meters and EV charging infrastructure to protecting photovoltaic (PV) plants, power quality analyzers, and water pumps, Trial 2 replicates realistic threat scenarios with critical implications.

What makes this trial particularly relevant is its focus on:
• Cross-domain impact assessment, exploring how cyberattacks on the electricity network could disrupt water systems.
• Real-time monitoring, using data from PMUs, PQAs, and firewall logs to detect anomalies and simulate coordinated threats.
• Privacy-by-design, ensuring sensitive data collected via smart meters or firewalls remains anonymized and protected under GDPR.

All collected datasets are structured, validated, and governed under a strict data management framework, supporting both technical research and ethical responsibility. ASM’s infrastructure enables a practical and scalable setup, serving as a living testbed for advancing Europe’s digital resilience.

By ASM