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Iranian hackers suspected in cyberattacks on over 30 Minnesota water systems

Over 30 water systems in Minnesota were targeted by cyberattacks, with authorities suspecting Iranian hackers. While most systems maintained operations or quickly restored services, one town briefly relied on its water tower due to the shutdown of its plant's operating controls. The FBI and CISA had previously issued warnings about Iranian state-sponsored actors targeting critical infrastructure, including water and wastewater facilities, due to their often-vulnerable security measures and the potential for widespread panic. AI

RANK_REASON Cyberattacks targeting critical infrastructure like water systems by state-sponsored actors. [lever_c_demoted from significant: ic=1 ai=0.1]

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Iranian hackers suspected in cyberattacks on over 30 Minnesota water systems

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  1. Fortune TIER_1 English(EN) · Jamie Stengle, Eric Tucker, The Associated Press ·

    Iran-style hackers shut down a Minnesota town’s water plant. Only the water tower saved it

    Over 30 Minnesota systems were hit this week, and investigators say it "walks like a duck" that looks a lot like Iran.