# Iran war brings cyberwarfare into critical infrastructure

https://mins.news/en/item/31305

- Al Jazeera, 2026-08-25 06:37 UTC
- Tech
- Original: https://www.aljazeera.com/opinions/2026/8/25/the-iran-war-is-bringing-cyberwarfare-into-critical-infrastructure?traffic_source=rss

> Recent cyberattacks in the UK and US expose serious vulnerabilities in critical infrastructure. Iran-linked hackers reportedly forced a British power plant offline for four days, while water and wastewater systems in several US states were also targeted. The incidents show how cyberattacks could disrupt physical services and underline the need for stronger government and business resilience.

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