Improving Smart Grid Cyber Security through 5G Enabled IoT and Edge Computing
Challenge and objective
IoT and future communication networking technologies such as 5G pose security challenges to realize smart grids. The objective of the study is to contribute to a better understanding of how 5G network technology can benefit security of IoT devices and communication within the smart grid.
Work performed
Extending voltage regulation use case as a basis for characterising IoT devices and identify key security requirements for the communication.
Threat modelling of the use-case considering massive IoT deployments with 5G wireless connectivity.
Investigation if 3GPP (3rd Generation Partnership Project) standardised 5G security features can address identified threats for smart grids.
Significant results
A smart grid use case that highlights the benefits of using 5G for secure communication with connected IoT.
A threat model of the smart grid use case that brings out important security requirements.
Overview of 5G security techniques that are applicable for smart grid domain. Potential new threats introduced from the 5G infrastructure.
Impact for distribution system innovation
Security analysis considering IoT and 5G based cellular communication technologies.
