Cyberattack Targets Karlskrona's Mältan Power Plant, Operations Unaffected
A cyberattack on Karlskrona's Mältan power plant was detected on Friday, but operations and services continue without disruption while police investigate.
- • A cyberattack was detected at Karlskrona's Mältan power plant on Friday morning.
- • The police are investigating the incident to determine the attackers' motives.
- • Operations at the plant continue unaffected with no impact on customers or essential services.
- • This is the first cyberattack experienced by the Mältan power plant.
Key details
On Friday morning, the IT department at Affärsverken detected a cyberattack targeting the Mältan combined heat and power plant located near Karlskrona. This incident marks the first time the facility has experienced such an attack. Though the precise nature and duration of the cyberattack have not been disclosed, the plant's operations continue unaffected, with no disruption to district heating, electricity supplies, or customer services.
Affärsverken's press officer, Anna Claesson, confirmed the discovery of irregularities indicating the attack and reassured that there is no threat to public safety. The police have launched an investigation to determine the perpetrators' motives and details surrounding the cyber incident. Affärsverken is cooperating closely with law enforcement authorities to manage the situation.
According to information reported by local media, the cyberattack was detected early on Friday, ensuring a swift response to mitigate any potential impact. Authorities emphasized that critical infrastructure and customer data remain secure throughout the incident. As investigations continue, no additional information has been released regarding the attack’s technical specifics or its origin.
This event highlights growing cybersecurity challenges faced by vital energy infrastructure in Sweden, underscoring the importance of vigilant monitoring and rapid response protocols to safeguard essential services.
Both the police and Affärsverken continue to monitor the situation closely while maintaining operations at normal capacity. The public has been assured that their energy needs will remain stable despite the ongoing investigation.