Cyberattacks impose significant financial burdens on industrial organizations globally, with costs escalating annually. In 2021, cybercrime inflicted damages totaling $6 trillion worldwide, and this figure is projected to rise by 15% annually, potentially reaching $10.5 trillion by 2025. evolvesecurity.com+1cybersecurityventures.com+1
Focusing on data breaches, the global average cost reached $4.45 million in 2023, marking an all-time high and a 15% increase over the last three years. Specifically, in the industrial sector, the average cost of a data breach peaked at $5.56 million in 2024, up from $4.73 million in 2022. mindpointgroup.com+3industrialcyber.co+3embroker.com+3statista.com
The oil and gas industry, encompassing industrial gas companies, is particularly susceptible to cyber threats such as ransomware attacks, data breaches, and supply chain disruptions. A notable incident is the 2021 ransomware attack on Colonial Pipeline, which disrupted fuel supplies across the U.S. East Coast and underscored the vulnerabilities within critical infrastructure. More recently, in August 2024, Halliburton, a prominent oilfield services company, experienced a cyberattack that led to unauthorized access to sensitive data and operational disruptions. wsj.com+3en.wikipedia.org+3socradar.io+3offshore-mag.com+1wsj.com+1
Supply chain vulnerabilities further exacerbate these risks. A June 2022 report revealed that 89% of companies across the electricity, manufacturing, and oil and gas industries suffered cyberattacks affecting their production and supply in the previous 12 months. Additionally, a 2024 report highlighted that 67% of energy sector breaches were linked to software and IT vendors, emphasizing the critical need for robust supply chain security measures. processunity.comsecurityscorecard.com
Given these trends, industrial gas companies must prioritize cybersecurity strategies to mitigate financial losses and operational disruptions. Implementing comprehensive security protocols, conducting regular risk assessments, and fostering collaboration with supply chain partners are essential steps toward enhancing resilience against cyber threats.
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