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July 30, 2026
Investigation into Cyberattacks on Minnesota Water Systems Links Possible Iranian Hackers
- More than 30 water plants in Minnesota were targeted in coordinated cyberattacks, forcing some to switch to manual operations.
- Investigators are examining whether the attacks are linked to Iranian hackers, though no definitive attribution has been made yet.
- The Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency warns of a significant increase in cyber threats targeting water utilities.
4 Sources
- U.S. Sees Iran as Likely Behind Cyberattack on Minnesota Water SystemsJul 30, 2026 at 2:44 PM · NYT
- Investigators probing possible Iran connection in water system hacks: US officialsJul 30, 2026 at 6:42 PM · ABC News
- FBI investigating possible ties between Iran and cyberattacks on Minnesota water systemsJul 30, 2026 at 9:56 PM · NBC
- U.S. investigating whether Iran was behind cyberattack on Minnesota water systemsJul 31, 2026 at 12:51 AM · CBS News