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Iran-linked hackers increasingly spy on governments in Gulf region, researchers say
An Iran-linked cyberespionage group has stepped up its attacks in recent months against government agencies in the United Arab Emirates (UAE) and the broader Gulf region, according to a new report.
Iran-linked hackers target Iraqi government in new campaign
A suspected Iranian state-sponsored threat actor has targeted Iraqi government organizations and other entities in the country as part of a new espionage campaign, researchers have found.
The water industry wants to write its own cybersecurity rules. Will Biden and Congress go for it?
When Iranian government operatives hacked into water utilities across the U.S. late last year, it was a chilling reminder of how vulnerable the water sector remains — and how tortuous the efforts to regulate its cybersecurity have been.
Threat-hunter says Iran is stepping up the sophistication of its cyberattacks
Iran is waging a sophisticated hacking campaign against its rivals across the Middle East and is improving its cyberattacks, according to Gil Messing, the chief of staff at Tel Aviv-based Check Point Software.
Iran confirms nationwide cyberattack on gas stations
A cyberattack has disrupted the operation of gas stations throughout Iran, authorities confirmed on Monday.
Iran-linked hackers claim to leak troves of documents from Israeli hospital
A hacker group allegedly linked to Iran claimed to have leaked thousands of medical records from an Israeli hospital, including those of Israeli soldiers.
Pennsylvania water authority hit with cyberattack allegedly tied to pro-Iran group
A water authority in Pennsylvania reportedly suffered a cyberattack, prompting officials to reassure people in the area that drinking water has not been affected by the incident.
Hackers Send Anti-Iranian Government Message Through Breached App: A Digital Act of Defiance
Recent events have witnessed hackers breaching a popular app to send a strong anti-Iranian government message, highlighting the power of digital dissent in the face of authoritarian regimes.