Applications of attack mitigation mechanisms in energy networks, attack detection and preventive methods for security in the smart grid

University of Economics – Varna, Department of Informatics, Varna, Bulgaria

^* Corresponding author: simeonidis@ue-varna.bg

Abstract

The Smart Grid promotes energy and environmental sustainability through the integration of vast distributed energy resources. The implementation of such a green system has huge economic and social benefits. The new generation of sensors, the smart one's meters and electronic devices are integral elements of the smart network. However, the upcoming development of smart devices in different levels and their integration into communication networks may cause cyber threats. Failure to address these problems will create difficulties in modernizing the existing electrical system. Another key concern is the protection of privacy associated with collecting and using energy consumption data.