Using Hot Spot Analysis to Prioritize Security Efforts in Colombian Critical Infrastructure, a Focus on the Power Grid

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Brief Overview

To protect critical infrastructure, first identify areas of high value and risk. This case study of Colombia uses data from XM, InterColombia, and CINEP. We use a Getis ord Gi* hot spot analysis to identify areas that need priority security action.

Authors

• Jennifer S. Holmes, The University of Texas at Dallas

• Agustin Palao, The University of Texas at Dallas

• Mercedez Callenes, UT Dallas