Michigan and Minnesota report cyberattacks on water systems
Michigan and Minnesota have reported cyberattacks targeting their water and wastewater systems. While no public health impacts were reported, federal agencies are investigating potential links to Iranian hackers.
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The targeting of critical infrastructure like water systems poses a significant threat to public safety and national security.
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Michigan on Saturday joined Minnesota in reporting cyberattacks on nine of the state’s water systems but an official said all systems were operating “safely.”
Earlier this week, authorities said cyberattacks targeted over 30 water systems in Minnesota. The source of the attacks is being investigated, but they came amid warnings that Iranian hackers have been focused on such systems.
The reports in Michigan surfaced after the state received a federal cyber alert Tuesday about attempts to tamper with operational technology at water systems.
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