Are PV inverters a cybersecurity threat?

A company spokesperson told pv magazine that the problem has since been resolved. The state-run Dutch Radiocommunications Agency has launched an investigation into whether PV inverters pose a threat to the cybersecurity of the electricity system in the Netherlands, according to Dutch Minister for Climate and Energy Rob Jetten.

Are PV inverters a threat to the electricity grid?

In a document published on the Dutch parliament's website, Jetten said that Internet of Things devices such as PV inverters can pose a risk to the electricity grid. “To mitigate the risks of these devices, we focus on prevention, awareness, and additional legislation that makes products more resilient to digital attacks,” he said.

Are solar panels being targeted by fraudsters using feed-in tariffs?

Households that have already installed solar panels are also being targeted by fraudsters using publicly available information from feed-in tariffs, warned Dr Tim Jones, of Cornwall-based charity Community Energy Plus.

Is cyber security a threat to solar PV?

Cybersecurity threats to the grid-connected solar PV sector are becoming more common, complex, and creative as hackers gradually seek opportunities to disrupt the energy industry. Energy companies have been tackling IT security for several decades. However, securing operational technology (OT) is a more recent and increasingly urgent challenge.

Are solar panels a scam?

This feature is available for registered users. Please register or log in to continue Households with solar panels are at increased risk of being scammed as new figures show a sharp rise in fraudsters tempting victims with energy-saving deals.

Did a hacker hack a solar system based on a monitoring tool?

Radiocommunications Agency Netherlands launched a probe after a hacker gained access to PV systems operated via a monitoring tool from China’s Solarman. A company spokesperson told pv magazine that the problem has since been resolved.