Did Iran hack water systems in seven US states?
US water systems in several states experienced coordinated cyber-attacks, with Minnesota reporting over 30 affected facilities and the FBI noting incidents in seven states. Federal agencies, including CISA, are investigating a possible Iranian connection, though Iran has denied involvement. Experts point to a pattern of Iran‑linked hacking groups such as Handala, while political leaders debate attribution and responsibility.
- ▪Minnesota disclosed that more than 30 of its state water systems were hit by a coordinated cyber‑attack, and the FBI later reported similar activity in seven states.
- ▪The Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency is probing a potential Iranian link to the attacks, but has not confirmed attribution.
- ▪Iran has repeatedly denied involvement in cyber‑attacks, while US officials and experts suggest groups like Handala may act on behalf of Iran’s intelligence services.
- ▪Political leaders, including President Trump and Governor Tim Walz, have exchanged accusations over who is responsible for the water system breaches.
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Did Iran hack water systems in seven US states?Image source, Getty ImagesByAna FaguyPublished1 hour agoMany were surprised last week when the US state of Minnesota reported that more than 30 of its state water systems had faced a "co-ordinated cyber-attack". Days later the FBI warned cyber-attacks had been reported in seven states and "some of that activity degraded water operations". The US Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (Cisa) is reportedly probing a possible Iranian connection to the Minnesota attacks, according to US media. Cisa would not comment.Although US President Donald Trump has not blamed Iran, cyber-experts tell the BBC it's likely the attack was directed by Tehran.Here's what you need to know.
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