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Iran-Linked Hackers Target US Critical Infrastructure via Exposed PLCs
Iranian cyber actors have launched disruptive attacks on US critical infrastructure by exploiting exposed programmable logic controllers (PLCs). The attackers manipulated operational technology (OT) devices, causing file and display alterations. This incident highlights the vulnerability of internet-exposed OT systems to nation-state threats, emphasizing the need for robust network segmentation and rigorous security controls to protect critical systems.
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