FBI Warns of Iranian Hacker Attacks on US Critical Infrastructure

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•The FBI issued a warning on April 7, 2026, about Iranian hackers targeting US critical infrastructure.
•US officials reported an escalation in cyberattacks from Iranian hackers since the start of the war in early 2026.
•Critical sectors in Washington, including energy and communications, have experienced disruptions attributed to Iranian cyber activities.
•The National and TRT World reported on April 7, 2026, that Iranian hackers are actively disrupting US critical sectors.
•The Hindu reported on April 8, 2026, that US authorities confirmed the increased targeting of critical infrastructure by Iranian hackers.

▸If the US government strengthens cybersecurity defenses in critical infrastructure sectors then the impact of Iranian cyberattacks could be reduced, protecting essential services and limiting disruptions to national security.

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