FBI alerts ag cooperatives increased cyberattacks during planting, harvest seasons

FBI alerts ag cooperatives increased cyberattacks during planting, harvest seasons

The FBI has advised ag cooperatives they could see an uptick in attempted cyberattacks during planting and harvest seasons.

George Grispos is an assistant professor of cyber security with the University of Nebraska at Omaha and says a successful attack could disrupt the food supply chain. “Right now, they’re trying to go for the biggest fish in the pond. How many people would be impacted like a stakeholder like this? If they were to attack my farm or your farm, they’re taking me and you out.