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wire / 2026-08-18-1534

KEPCO KDN Conducts National Drill to Prepare for AI-Driven Cyber and Drone Attacks

August 18, 2026 · KOR HAZARD ECONOMICSAFETY

A South Korean utility ran a four-day drill against AI-driven cyber and drone attacks on the grid. The tabletop exercise has drones on the table now.

The facts

KEPCO KDN, a South Korean energy ICT company, conducted a nationwide emergency drill from August 18-21 to strengthen its response to potential AI-powered cyberattacks and drone terrorism. The exercise simulated scenarios such as AI hacking and drone strikes on critical infrastructure, aiming to enhance cybersecurity and emergency recovery capabilities.