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Cyberattacks hit at least seven U.S. water systems, intel points to Iran

newsAug 1, 202615715

U.S. officials say cyberattacks have hit at least seven states’ water systems, with Michigan and Minnesota named among the affected jurisdictions. The incidents prompted boil-water notices and sustained manual operations at some facilities as authorities raced to secure the nation’s water supply. Federal investigators and intelligence assessments point to Iran as the likely source of the intrusions. Agencies including the FBI and the federal cybersecurity office have been involved in the response, though officials have not publicly listed all affected states. President Donald Trump disputed that assessment, saying "I think Minnesota is behind it" and "I don't think there was an Iranian cyberattack." Investigations and emergency measures are ongoing as officials work to restore automated controls and confirm the full scope of the hacks.

Simon Rosenberg
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