Agencies warn Iranian hackers may still target US entities, networks
- On Monday, CISA, FBI, NSA, and DC3 warned that cyber threat actors linked to Iran could potentially focus attacks on U.S. critical infrastructure and defense firms, especially those with connections to Israeli research and defense companies.
- The advisory follows geopolitical tensions including Israel’s war launched June 13 and U.S. strikes on Iranian nuclear sites on June 22, which have raised concerns over potential retaliatory cyber activity.
- Iranian hackers affiliated with the IRGC compromised Israeli-backed technology and operational technology in U.S. water systems during late 2023, causing both disruption and reputational damage.
- Agencies detailed prior attacks involving website defacements, sensitive data leaks, and DDoS campaigns, urging organizations to review joint guidance and implement security measures promptly.
- Defense Industrial Base companies are at increased risk and are encouraged to strengthen cybersecurity to mitigate espionage and operational threats linked to Iranian cyber actors.
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Iranian cyberattacks remain a threat despite ceasefire, US officials warn
The FBI and federal cybersecurity officials are warning that the threat of cyberattacks linked to pro-Iranian groups continues despite a ceasefire between Iran and Israel.


Iran-linked hackers may target US firms and critical infrastructure, US government warns
FBI: While there are no indications of a coordinated Iranian-linked malicious cyber campaign so far, organizations should ensure their defenses are up to date.
Iran-linked hackers may target U.S. firms and critical infrastructure, U.S. government warns
(Reuters) -Iranian-affilited hackers may target U.S. companies and critical infrastructure operators, particularly defense organizations with holdings or relationships with Israeli research and defense firms, according to an advisory from U.S. government officials Monday.
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