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The Guardian - US
The Guardian - US
Technology
Nick Robins-Early and Dara Kerr

US water facilities targeted by ‘malicious cyber actors’ – who’s to blame?

Water tower from outside
A water tower in Plymouth, Minnesota, last week. At least 30 systems in the state have been targeted. Photograph: Ellen Schmidt/AP

Late last week, federal authorities issued a stern warning saying “malicious cyber actors” were targeting water and wastewater facilities in at least seven states across the US. Minnesota appeared to be the hardest hit with 30 of its water systems hit by cyber-attacks, leading to disruptions in the state’s water supply.

The problems ranged from low-pressure water flow in people’s homes to some utilities announcing boil-water notices. But there have been no reports of drinking water contamination.

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