US EditionNew Cybersecurity Warning | What the Tech?
- U.S. governors, including Brian Kemp and Tim Walz, addressed heightened threats after U.S. air strikes hit Iranian nuclear sites over the weekend and Iran retaliated on Monday with missile attacks on a U.S. base in Qatar.
- These events stemmed from escalating tensions in the Middle East following coordinated American and Israeli strikes on Iranian targets and Iran's missile barrages and threats of further attacks.
- Federal agencies like Homeland Security warned of possible Iranian cyberattacks targeting U.S. infrastructure including banking and government sectors, emphasizing the risk of low-level cyber retaliations against U.S. networks.
- Jerome Powell said Tuesday, "We're on the alert because we're a target as well," confirming the Federal Reserve's vigilance against potential cyber threats while urging caution following no known cyberattacks after the strikes.
- Governors confirmed coordination with law enforcement and urged public vigilance, while cybersecurity experts advised careful online behavior and password hygiene to mitigate risks amid ongoing geopolitical risks.
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Jerome Powell says Fed is ‘on alert’ for possible Iranian cyber attacks because ‘we’re a target as well’
Federal Reserve chair Jerome Powell told Congress the central bank had been “in touch” with government agencies and financial institutions about cybersecurity to ward off a possible Iranian attack. The Federal Reserve is on guard for possible retaliatory Iranian cyberattacks after the U.S. bombed three nuclear facilities in the country, Chair Jerome Powell said Tuesday. During a congressional hearing, Powell was asked about the cybersecurity p…
New cybersecurity warning | What the Tech?
New cyberattack warning | What the Tech?In light of recent conflict with Iran, the Department of Homeland Security issuing a new warning about cyberattacks. ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (WHAT THE TECH?) — The Department of Homeland Security is warning that hackers from Iran could target the U.S. as retaliation for bombing nuclear sites. Cybersecurity officials warn, it could start with a link in your email. Scott Augenbaum spent nearly 30 years working for…
Richmond Register
Commonwealth JournalU.S. boosts security amid Iran’s Murder-for-Hire reprisal fears
The Department of Homeland Security is warning of a heightened threat environment following U.S. strikes on Iranian nuclear sites. The deputy FBI director says the bureau’s “assets are fully engaged” to prevent retaliatory violence, and local law enforcement agencies in…
California Actively Monitoring for Threats Following US Strikes in Iran, Says Newsom
California Gov. Gavin Newsom said state agencies are on alert for potential threats after U.S. strikes on Iranian nuclear sites on June 21. “Following the president’s action in Iran, California’s State Threat Assessment Center is actively monitoring for any potential impacts in California,” Newsom said in a statement on X. “While there are no specific or credible counterthreats we are aware of at this time, we urge everyone to stay vigilant and …
The Lawton Constitution
Boston HeraldState governors briefed by DHS on potential threats after attack on Iran
The nation’s governors have been briefed by the Department of Homeland Security over a “ heightened threat environment ” after President Donald Trump ordered airstrikes on Iran’s nuclear facilities over the weekend.
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