US-Iran Cyber War? Why Trump's Water Systems Are Under Tehran's Threat | Firstpost America | N18G

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US cybersecurity officials have issued fresh warnings after Iran-linked hackers were accused of targeting critical infrastructure across America, including water systems. The alleged attacks focused on industrial control systems known as programmable logic controllers (PLCs) — the technology that helps operate water treatment plants, energy networks, and other essential services. In this video, we tell you about the cyberattack that targeted more than 30 community water systems in Minnesota, which has raised fresh concerns about the vulnerability of America's critical infrastructure and how attacking the US' water infrastructure isn't a new modus operandi for Tehran. Cary Johnston brings you all the details on Firstpost America. 00:00 - Cyber War Targets America's Water 00:22 - Critical Infrastructure Under Threat 00:42 - How the Hack Works: PLCs Explained 01:08 - Exploiting Weak Security 01:36 - Minnesota Water Systems Targeted 02:58 - A Nationwide Vulnerability --- Iranian

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