US Warns of Cyberattacks on Water Systems by Iranian and Chinese Hackers

The Biden administration has alerted states to the threat of cyberattacks targeting water and wastewater systems, emphasizing the need for enhanced cybersecurity measures.

The Biden administration has warned that Iranian and Chinese hackers are targeting US water and wastewater systems with disruptive cyberattacks.
National Security Advisor Jake Sullivan and EPA Administrator Michael Regan issued a joint letter to state governors, urging them to assess and improve their cybersecurity practices.
Hackers affiliated with Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps and the Chinese state-sponsored group Volt Typhoon have been implicated in these cyberattacks.
The attacks pose a significant risk to the critical infrastructure, potentially disrupting access to clean and safe drinking water.
States are encouraged to adopt cybersecurity measures such as changing default passwords, updating software, and preparing for potential cyber incidents.