iec61850

An Effective Security Scheme for Attacks on Sample Value Messages in IEC 61850 Automated Substations

1 min read · Sun, Apr 30 2023

cybersecurity cyber-physical energy systems iec61850 substations

The trend of transforming substations into smart automated facilities has led to their swift digitalization and automation. To facilitate data exchange among equipment within these substations, the IEC 61850 standard has become the predominant standard. However, this standardization has inadvertently made these substations more susceptible to cyberattacks, which is a significant concern given the confidential information that is transmitted. As a result, cybersecurity in substations is becoming an increasingly critical topic. IEC 62351 standard provides guidelines and considerations for