Water Systems
Zecurity Hardwall and Water System Cybersecurity Compliance
Upcoming Texas Regulations
Texas Senate Bill 1034 (SB1034) mandates stronger cybersecurity protections for water utilities in Texas by prohibiting direct Internet access to water systems and requiring strict controls on critical infrastructure. Zecurity’s Hardwall offers a turnkey, hardware-based solution that aligns with both the spirit and the letter of this proposed legislation.
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SB1034 Requirement |
Zecurity Hardwall™ Response |
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Prohibits water systems from connecting to the Internet except through private virtual private networks. |
Physically isolates water systems with zero-write hardware, allowing monitoring only though read-level access and operational control through a dedicated private virtual private network that includes two-factor authentication. |
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Requires utilities to implement enforceable cybersecurity controls. |
Applies hardware-based behavior controls that block unauthorized access, which controls do not require ongoing updates. |
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Utilities must comply with Public Utility Commission rulemaking. |
Provides full audit trail and reporting features for compliance visibility without additional software or system changes. |
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Encourages use of Texas Department of Information Resources cybersecurity services. |
Can operate independently or in parallel with other cybersecurity services, providing hardened protection. |
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Designed to protect operational systems from remote threats.
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Stops ransomware, malware, and unauthorized access without relying on software filtering or identity-based algorithms.
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Plug and Play Deployment
No system changes or retraining required.
Ideal for legacy systems and under-resourced utilities.
Provides physical enforcement of cybersecurity policies.
Patent-protected solution developed and manufactured in the USA.
Lower cost and maintenance compared to software-only solutions.
Contact Us
Looking forward to connect for you to speak to our Zecurity professionals about threats in your organization. We will walk through a discussion and discover what we can help you do.
