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US says hackers are targeting vulnerable water systems with the help of AI

Thursday, August 20, 2026


Hackers are targeting internet-connected Siemens controllers used in water facilities across the United States, according to the U.S. government. The controllers manage critical infrastructure in these facilities. U.S. officials did not specify which water systems were affected or the scope of the intrusions.

Original reporting: https://techcrunch.com/2026/08/20/us-says-hackers-are-targeting-vulnerable-water-systems-with-the-help-of-ai/

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