Iranian Hackers Target US Water Treatment Facilities
TL;DR. Iranian hackers targeted industrial control systems at water facilities in New Jersey, Alabama, and at least ten other US states. - The cyberattacks on July 27 focused on OT systems but caused limited disruptions, with no impact on water safety. - CISA urged water utilities to secure their operational technology in response to the ongoing campaign. - The FBI confirmed at least seven states were affected, but official updates remain limited.
- Iranian-linked hackers targeted US water facilities.
- Industrial control systems were the focus of the attacks.
- At least 12 US states confirmed incidents.
- Attacks caused limited disruption but no water safety issues.
- CISA issued warnings for water sector OT security.
Sources
- New Jersey, Alabama Join States Targeted in Water Cyberattacks — securityweek.com