Operation Epic Fury Exposes Critical OT Security Gaps in U.S. Oil and Gas Sector

An April 2026 independent survey of U.S. oil and gas OT decision-makers finds that nearly all operators experienced cyber incidents since Operation Epic Fury, with 48% reporting ransomware affecting OT-connected systems and widespread precautionary OT shutdowns; respondents express high confidence in detecting breaches within 24 hours while actually relying on IT tools with limited OT visibility, and federal advisories attribute PLC disruptions to Iran‑affiliated actors—driving rapid, large-scale OT security spending focused on detection, visibility, and secure remote access.