Federal Officials Probe Alleged Hacking of Pennsylvania Water Authority by Pro-Iran Group
Federal officials investigating alleged cyberattack on Pennsylvania water authority by pro-Iran hacking group Ongoing investigation following claims made by the group regarding their involvement, as confirmed by state congressman and water authority officials
Federal authorities are currently conducting an investigation following claims by a pro-Iran hacking group of a cyberattack on a water authority in Pennsylvania, as reported by a state congressman and water authority officials.
US Rep. Chris Deluzio stated, "Federal officials are aiding in the investigation, and I am willing to assist with federal agencies." He also confirmed that there was no disruption to water service for affected individuals.
Aliquippa water authority Chairman Matthew Mottes told CNN affiliate KDKA that the group allegedly took control of one water station.
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The US hospital owner faced a cyberattack, causing ambulances to be diverted from emergency rooms in multiple states. According to Mottes, the hacked machine used a system called Unitronics, which includes Israeli-owned components.
The water authority near Pittsburgh successfully transitioned to a manual system in order to maintain water service after its automated systems were bypassed in response to an attack, as reported by KDKA. During the attack, an anti-Israel message appeared on the system's screen, Mottes informed KDKA.
CNN has contacted the Municipal Water Authority of Aliquippa for a response. The group has not claimed responsibility on X (formerly Twitter), but has alleged responsibility for hacking multiple water treatment stations in Israel since the October 7 attacks - claims that CNN has not confirmed.
CNN is currently seeking a response from Israeli authorities.
Deluzio stated on social media Sunday, "I am committed to advocating for a thorough investigation and holding the attackers accountable. I will also continue to work on the House Armed Services Cyber, Information Technologies, and Innovation (CITI) Subcommittee to strengthen America's defenses in a bipartisan manner."
CNN has reached out to Pennsylvania State Police, and federal authorities including the FBI and Department of Homeland Security.
