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New analysis reveals unexpected vulnerabilities in power grids and other cyber-physical networks

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31 August 2026

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technology

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Energy Storage

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United States

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Fusion42 · 31 August 2026 · Fusion42 review

Researchers at the University of New Mexico discovered that cyber-physical networks like power grids are more vulnerable through less-connected nodes rather than highly connected hubs, highlighting new risks in cyberattacks. This insight challenges previous security assumptions and suggests new defence strategies against intruder attacks that exploit network weaknesses.

This Wire brief sits within Fusion42's coverage of Energy Storage.

◆ The Wire takeaway

Your risk model for securing power grids and similar networks just flipped. Focus your defence on less obvious, lightly connected nodes to prevent destabilising attacks before attackers do.

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1 source · 31 Aug 2026

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Energy Storagepower-gridscybersecuritynetwork-vulnerabilitiesintruder-attacks