CISA: HACKERS TARGETED 100+ US WATER SYSTEMS

CISA issued the warning as part of an ongoing wave of cyberattacks targeting critical water infrastructure across the country. The federal cyber agency did not disclose which systems were affected or the extent of any damage. Water systems are classified as critical infrastructure by the U.S. government. Attacks on these assets raise concerns about potential disruptions to public water supplies and broader national security implications. The campaign reflects a broader trend of state-sponsored actors targeting essential services. Iran-backed groups have previously conducted reconnaissance and limited intrusions against U.S. critical infrastructure. CISA recommends water utilities implement network segmentation, multifactor authentication, and continuous monitoring. The agency continues to investigate the scope and impact of the July incidents. The confirmation marks another significant incident in a series of cyberattacks against American infrastructure this year.