More states experience water system cyberattacks as FBI continues to investigate

North America Tech Mon, 03 Aug 2026 21:03:02 GMT Moderate confidence — 73/100

Michigan has become the latest state to report cyberattacks targeting its water systems, joining Minnesota in what authorities describe as a growing threat to critical infrastructure across the United States.
Despite the breaches, officials in both states have assured the public that all affected systems remain operational and safe.
On Saturday, Michigan confirmed nine of its water systems had been impacted, following a federal cyber alert issued on Tuesday regarding attempts to tamper with operational technology at water facilities.

Michigan has become the latest state to report cyberattacks targeting its water systems, joining Minnesota in what authorities describe as a growing threat to critical infrastructure across the United States.
Despite the breaches, officials in both states have assured the public that all affected systems remain operational and safe.
On Saturday, Michigan confirmed nine of its water systems had been impacted, following a federal cyber alert issued on Tuesday regarding attempts to tamper with operational technology at water facilities.

Sources: The Independent