Computer Worm Targeted Centrifuges

Computer Worm Targeted Centrifuges

Experts examining a computer worm suspected of targeting Iran's nuclear program have determined that it was calibrated in a way that could send nuclear centrifuges wildly out of control (NYT). The worm was found primarily in Iran but also on computers in India, Indonesia and other countries.

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Blog Post: Progress in the Construction of AREVA’s Georges Besse II Plant

from Nuclear Power Industry News by Nuclear Street News Team

- Edited By Tom Lamar -
Another important stage has been reached at AREVA's Georges Besse II plant. After the first centrifuge cascade, which began rotating in the south unit in 2009, the centrifuge assembly in the north unit has been completed.

This is a major milestone which will allow the group to start installing the centrifuge components in the north unit of the plant.
 More at:
http://nuclearstreet.com/nuclear_power_industry_news/b/nuclear_power_news/archive/2010/10/13/Progress-in-the-Construction-of-AREVA_1920_s-Georges-Besse-II-Plant-101301.aspx

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