Why Iranian Hackers Are Emerging As A Threat To US Critical Infrastructure
An Iran-linked group called Handala claimed responsibility for a cyberattack on Stryker Corp, a medical device maker in Michigan, disrupting its internal systems. US officials warn that Iran-affiliated hackers have accessed critical infrastructure, causing operational disruptions in some organizations.
A cyberattack on Stryker Corp in Michigan was claimed by an Iran-linked group called Handala. The attack disrupted Stryker's internal Microsoft systems, affecting orders, manufacturing, and shipping. US officials have warned that Iran-affiliated hackers have accessed critical infrastructure, causing disruptions. The attack highlights the vulnerabilities of US organizations, including those involved in critical infrastructure. The Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency issued a warning on April 7 about the threat. The agency's guidance emphasizes that critical infrastructure is a whole-of-society problem.
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