US EditionIran-linked hackers take aim at US and other targets, raising risk of cyberattacks during war
Pro-Iranian hackers have disrupted US medical firms and Middle Eastern infrastructure since Feb. 28, aiming to strain defense networks and increase energy costs, experts said.
- On March 11, 2026, pro‑Iranian hackers claimed responsibility for a cyberattack on Stryker, targeting sites in the Middle East as their campaign stretches into the U.S. during the war.
- In recent years, Iran's cyber apparatus and allied hacking groups have expanded operations to wear down the U.S. war effort and strain cyber resources.
- Researchers found hackers targeted cameras and regional datacenters, and discussed plans on Telegram and message boards, aiming to improve missile targeting and disrupt infrastructure.
- Critical infrastructure such as hospitals, ports, water plants, power stations and railways face heightened risk, with Kevin Mandia warning, "Something is going to happen because the gloves are off."
- Experts warn allied states could widen the campaign as CrowdStrike detected a surge including Z‑Pentest, and Polish authorities investigate a nuclear research facility attack with possible Iran ties.
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Iran-linked hackers take aim at US
WASHINGTON — Pro-Iranian hackers target sites in the Middle East and started to stretch into the United States during the war, raising the risk of American defense contractors, power stations and water plants being swept into a wave of digital…
Iran-linked hackers take aim at the US
WASHINGTON — Pro-Iranian hackers target sites in the Middle East and started to stretch into the United States during the war, raising the risk of American defense contractors, power stations and water plants being swept into a wave of digital…
Pro-Iranian hackers attack sites in the Middle East and have begun to spread to the U.S. during the war, raising the risk that U.S. defense contractors, power plants, and water plants will be trapped in a wave of digital chaos that could expand if Tehran's allies join the contest.
Iran-linked hackers take aim at U.S., other targets, raising risk of cyberattacks during war
Pro-Iranian hackers are targeting sites in the Middle East and starting to stretch into the United States during the war. Hackers supporting Iran claimed responsibility for a significant cyberattack against a U.S. medical device company. They've also tried to penetrate…
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