Think Positive Cyber

A recent advisory from the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency highlighted serious vulnerabilities in EV Energy’s ev.energy platform, software used to manage electric vehicle charging systems. The advisory noted weaknesses such as missing authentication for critical functions, insufficient session expiration, and poorly protected credentials. In plain language, this means an attacker could potentially take administrative control of charging stations or disrupt charging services.

For drivers of small electric vehicles or homeowners investing in solar power, this is a reminder that modern energy systems are deeply connected. Home chargers, mobile apps, cloud dashboards, and utility demand response programs are all linked together. If one piece is vulnerable, it can affect charging reliability, expose usage data, or even create a foothold into a broader home network. Electric vehicles and solar systems are no longer just appliances. They are part of critical infrastructure.

The good news is that practical defenses exist. Keep charging equipment updated, avoid exposing devices directly to the internet, use strong unique passwords, and consider placing chargers on a separate network from everyday home devices. As more homes become energy producers and energy consumers at the same time, thinking like an attacker helps protect both personal systems and the larger grid.