Coast Guard, FBI investigating after 2 oil tankers bound for US hit with cyberattacks
Summary
The U.S. Coast Guard and FBI are investigating cyberattacks on two oil tankers headed to the United States. The attacks happened in late August, but there were no problems reported with the ships' operations or safety.Key Facts
- Two oil tankers bound for the U.S. were targeted by cyberattacks in August 2026.
- One tanker lost communication for over 30 hours while in the Strait of Gibraltar.
- U.S. Coast Guard law enforcement, cyber protection teams, and FBI cyber agents boarded the tankers to check their computer systems.
- Officials found the ships’ networks may have been compromised by foreign cyber actors.
- The crew members worked with investigators to help reduce the threat.
- There were no reported operational disruptions, safety risks, or environmental damage from the attacks.
- Authorities are looking into whether Iran or another party related to the Iran-U.S. conflict was involved.
- The investigations are ongoing as U.S. officials continue to assess the threat to maritime security.
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