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Hackers attempted to breach at least 30 Minnesota water systems on July 26-27, 2026, prompting utilities to shut down control computers and manually operate equipment, with water remaining safe to drink.

Schiff, Klobuchar unveil Water Cyber Shield Act for water systems

Sens. Adam Schiff, D-Calif., and Amy Klobuchar, D-Minn., released the Water Cyber Shield Act on Monday to strengthen cybersecurity for U.S. water infrastructure, responding to cyberattacks that hit more than 30 municipal water systems in…

2026-08-10 · 3 MIN READ

Hackers attempted to breach at least 30 Minnesota water systems

Hackers tried to break into at least 30 municipal water systems in Minnesota on July 26-27, 2026, and similar cyberattacks have since been reported in Michigan, New Jersey and several other states, according to UPI. The utilities countered…

2026-08-05 · 3 MIN READ

Cyberattacks hit water systems in Michigan and Minnesota

Michigan on Saturday reported cyberattacks on nine of its water systems, joining Minnesota where officials earlier said over 30 systems were targeted. The attacks are under investigation, and officials said all affected systems are…

2026-08-01 · 3 MIN READ

Federal agencies investigate cyberattacks on Minnesota water systems

Federal agencies are investigating cyberattacks that targeted more than 30 Minnesota water systems.
Braham Mayor Nate George said a routine check detected a disruption before the town’s limited water supply ran out.
Former FBI cyber official Cynthia Kaiser said the activity is consistent with Iran-linked attacks, while President Trump rejected that attribution.
Braham officials said the town has a $2.5 million annual budget, no in-house information-technology department and relies on outside contractors.
Government assessments warn that similar access could allow attackers to manipulate water pressure, damage pipes or alter treatment chemicals.

2026-08-08 · 4 MIN READ