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CISA launches CI Fortify to help critical infrastructure operate in isolation during cyberattacks

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Published 2026-05-05 17:20 UTCUpdated 2026-05-06 13:15 UTC
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Overview

The US Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) has introduced CI Fortify, a national initiative urging critical infrastructure operators to prepare for major cyberattacks by enabling their systems to function in isolation from the internet and third-party dependencies.

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ElisityCI FortifyNick AndersenJames Winebrenner
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Why now
  • Nation-state hackers are already embedded in critical infrastructure networks, increasing the urgency of preparedness.
  • Geopolitical tensions heighten the risk of cyberattacks targeting essential services.
  • CISA's initiative provides timely guidance and assessments to strengthen operational continuity under attack.
Why it matters
  • Critical infrastructure is vulnerable to cyberattacks that can disrupt essential services like electricity and water.
  • Preparing to operate in isolation enhances resilience against sophisticated, embedded cyber threats.
  • CI Fortify's guidance supports sustained service delivery during prolonged network outages.
LLM analysis
Topic mix: lowPromo risk: lowSource quality: medium
Recurring claims
  • CISA urges critical infrastructure operators to prepare to operate in isolation from the internet and third-party dependencies during cyberattacks
  • Nation-state hackers are embedded in critical infrastructure networks, posing risks to electricity, water, and communications
  • CI Fortify includes targeted technical assessments and plans to enable safe operations for weeks to months while isolated from IT networks
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  • CSO Online: neutral
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CISA Urges Critical Infrastructure Providers to Make Plans to Remain Operational if hit by Cyber-Attack
Infosecurity Magazine · infosecurity-magazine.com · 2026-05-06 13:15 UTC
CISA: Critical Infrastructure Must Master Isolation, Recovery
SecurityWeek · securityweek.com · 2026-05-06 10:15 UTC
CISA 'CI Fortify' Aims to Keep Services Running Under Attack
BankInfoSecurity · bankinfosecurity.com · 2026-05-05 19:38 UTC
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