Iran-Linked Actors Target U.S. Critical Infrastructure

The United States reported that malicious actors affiliated with Iran targeted critical American infrastructure by exploiting internet-connected operational technology (OT) systems. These systems control physical processes, including water systems and energy networks. The attacks occurred shortly before a U.S.-Iran ceasefire agreement. No specific technical details, such as attack vectors, compromised entities, or exact dates, were provided in the notice. The focus was on the threat to OT environments managing essential services.