FBI warns after water facilities in seven states report cyberattacks
Water systems in seven US states were targeted in cyber incidents that investigators say may be linked to Iran, prompting an FBI warning.
Water facilities in seven US states reported cyberattacks, and federal investigators are examining whether the incidents are connected to Iran. The FBI has warned operators to watch for similar activity.
The affected systems were not identified in the source material, and the agency has not publicly detailed the methods used in the intrusions. The warning follows reports from utilities across the country that their networks had been compromised.
The incidents add to concerns about the security of critical infrastructure, especially smaller water providers that may have limited cyber defenses. Officials have urged operators to review access controls and monitor for suspicious activity.
The reports surfaced as US authorities continue to track threats to public utilities and other essential services.
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