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What water utilities need to know about cybersecurity compliance
July 30, 2026 · Tenable Blog · Severity: LOW
Federal and state regulators are shifting water cybersecurity from voluntary to enforceable compliance deadlines. The urgency is underscored by a recent coordinated attack disrupting over 30 Minnesota communities. Utilities must comply with upcoming deadlines like AWIA certification and CIRCIA incident reporting.
Key Takeaways
- EPA uses existing authority to enforce cybersecurity inspections despite stalled mandate.
- Community water systems must certify Risk and Resilience Assessments by June 30, 2026.
- New York's binding wastewater regulations set a template for other states.