There is a perception that cybersecurity threats against critical infrastructure like smart grids are a problem waiting to happen — but not right away. 41% of incidents reported and investigated by Homeland Security last year were related to the energy industry. Smart grids refer to the new IP networks being installed in the power grid, including substations, distribution and transmission networks, and smart meters. An attack against a corporation would be inconvenient for the company, but a smart grid attack would impact more victims. The shift to these new networks is also a worldwide trend, making cyberattacks a global problem.”]