Iran-linked group claims hack of FBI drones, threatens World Cup, monitor reports
Summary
An Iran-linked hacker group called Handala claimed they accessed FBI surveillance drones and threatened to target the 2026 World Cup. The FBI uses drones with facial recognition to protect the event, and authorities have warned about potential cyberattacks linked to Iran.Key Facts
- The hacker group Handala said they hacked into FBI drones for months.
- These drones use facial recognition and license plate reading to combat terrorism.
- Handala threatened to target teams at the 2026 World Cup in the US, Mexico, and Canada.
- The FBI is banning drones over stadiums and fan events during the World Cup.
- A $500 million federal grant helped train police to stop unauthorized drones at the event.
- The Justice Department warned about cyberattacks by Iranian groups after recent US-Israeli strikes.
- Handala previously claimed to hack the FBI Director’s email and publish personal information.
- The US State Department offers up to $10 million for information about Handala members.
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