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Nova Scotia Power Reports Cybersecurity Improvements Ahead of Hearing

Nova Scotia Power has announced enhancements to its cybersecurity following a cyberattack in March 2025 that affected many customers. The incident prompted the company to remove all social insurance numbers from its systems. A hearing is forthcoming to address the changes made since the attack.

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Nova Scotia Power has publicly stated that it has implemented significant enhancements to its cybersecurity measures after a cyberattack that occurred in March 2025. This attack disrupted services for hundreds of thousands of customers and led the organization to take the precaution of purging all social insurance numbers from its systems to protect personal information. As the company prepares for an upcoming hearing, it has outlined the steps taken to bolster its defenses against potential cyber threats. The enhancements aim to ensure a more robust infrastructure and prevent similar incidents in the future. As issues of cybersecurity become increasingly important for utility companies, Nova Scotia Power's actions may serve as a benchmark for other organizations in the sector.

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