The FBI is investigating cyberattacks reported by water-system operators in Michigan and Minnesota, according to reports. The incidents have drawn attention to the security of municipal water infrastructure, though the available information does not indicate the extent of any disruption or damage.
Michigan’s report follows Minnesota’s disclosure of an attack on its water systems. Other reports have said that hackers targeted municipal water systems in seven states during the week, prompting a broader federal inquiry. Officials have not publicly established whether the incidents were connected.
Investigators are also examining whether Iran may have been behind the attacks, but no attribution has been confirmed. The FBI and other authorities are expected to assess the affected systems, determine how access was obtained and identify whether the incidents represent a coordinated campaign.
The reports underscore the potential vulnerability of local water infrastructure to cyber threats. Details about the Michigan and Minnesota incidents, including the systems affected and any operational consequences, remain limited as investigations continue.
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