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US warns hackers are carrying out attacks on water systems

Reuters · 1y

The U.S. government has warned state governors about cyberattacks targeting water and sewage systems across the country. The National Security Advisor and the Environmental Protection Agency Administrator cited alleged Iranian and Chinese hackers as being responsible for disruptive attacks. These attacks pose a threat to the supply of clean drinking water and can have significant costs on affected communities. The government is urging governors to assess their current cybersecurity practices and prepare for potential cyber incidents.