Cybersecurity Assessment of Digital Twin in Smart Grids

The advent of the digital twin paradigm marks a technological revolution, particularly within smart grid systems enhanced by the Internet of Things (IoT). This study investigates the application of the PILAR tool for assessing the potential cyber risk in a smart grid, leveraging digital twins for improved data management and system performance. Our methodology, informed by standards such as ISO/IEC 27002:2022, the cybersecurity framework, and GDPR, evaluates the security measures necessary for protecting these infrastructures. The effectiveness of PILAR in risk and security control identification is underscored through a comparative analysis with current literature, establishing a proactive risk management approach vital for the cyber-resilience of a smart grid.