Power system effects and mitigation recommendations for DER cyberattacks

Johnson, Jay; Quiroz, Jimmy; Concepcion, Ricky; Wilches‐Bernal, Felipe; Reno, Matthew J.

doi:10.1049/iet-cps.2018.5014

Power system effects and mitigation recommendations for DER cyberattacks

Journal Article · Thu Feb 21 23:00:00 EST 2019 · IET Cyber-Physical Systems: Theory & Applications

DOI:https://doi.org/10.1049/iet-cps.2018.5014· OSTI ID:1760084

^[1]; Quiroz, Jimmy ^[1]; Concepcion, Ricky ^[2]; ^[2]; Reno, Matthew J. ^[2]

Renewable and Distributed Systems Integration Sandia National Laboratories P.O. Box 5800 Albuquerque USA
Electric Power Systems Research Sandia National Laboratories P.O. Box 5800 Albuquerque USA

Extensive deployment of interoperable distributed energy resources (DER) is increasing the power system cyber security attack surface. National and jurisdictional interconnection standards require DER to include a range of autonomous and commanded grid‐support functions, which can drastically influence power quality, voltage, and bulk system frequency. Here, the authors investigate the impact to the cyber‐physical power system in scenarios where communications and operations of DER are controlled by an adversary. The findings show that each grid‐support function exposes the power system to distinct types and magnitudes of risk. The physical impact from cyber actions was analysed in cases of DER providing distribution system voltage regulation and transmission system support. Finally, recommendations are presented for minimising the risk using engineered parameter limits and segmenting the control network to minimise common‐mode vulnerabilities.

Sponsoring Organization:: USDOE

OSTI ID:: 1760084

Alternate ID(s):: OSTI ID: 1786865
OSTI ID: 1496989

Journal Information:: IET Cyber-Physical Systems: Theory & Applications, Journal Name: IET Cyber-Physical Systems: Theory & Applications Journal Issue: 3 Vol. 4; ISSN 2398-3396

Publisher:: Institution of Engineering and Technology (IET)Copyright Statement

Country of Publication:: United Kingdom

Language:: English

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