Cyberattacks on Minnesota water systems investigated as officials warn about Iranian hackers
Summary
Over 30 water systems in Minnesota faced cyberattacks earlier in the week, targeting the computers that control their operations. Officials are investigating the attacks while warning that hackers linked to Iran have recently focused on U.S. water systems. So far, no residents have reported being directly affected.Key Facts
- The cyberattacks happened on Sunday and Monday, affecting more than 30 water systems across Minnesota.
- The attacks targeted operating technology that monitors and controls water system equipment.
- Authorities have not yet identified who is behind the attacks.
- The FBI and other federal agencies are investigating but have not named any suspects publicly.
- Officials have warned that Iranian hackers have been focusing on water and wastewater systems in the U.S.
- Minnesota officials asked one city’s residents to conserve water briefly while investigating the problem.
- There have been no active water use restrictions requested statewide as of Thursday.
- Iranian hackers have a history of targeting U.S. water infrastructure, including a 2016 case involving a small dam near New York City.
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