Federal agencies broaden alert on Iran-linked OT attacks

Federal agencies broaden alert on Iran-linked OT attacks
The federal government expanded its warning about Iran-affiliated attacks on internet-facing operational technology, adding Schneider Electric and Siemens PLCs to the previously cited Rockwell Automation and Allen-Bradley systems. The advisory highlights malicious HMI and SCADA manipulation that caused operational disruption and financial loss, and urges OT owners to restrict direct internet access and secure PLC deployments. #RockwellAutomation #AllenBradley #SchneiderElectric #Siemens #CISA #FBI #EPA

Keypoints

  • CISA expanded its April warning about Iran-affiliated attacks on internet-facing OT.
  • The revised advisory adds Schneider Electric and Siemens PLCs to the targeted manufacturers.
  • Attackers used malicious project files and manipulated HMI and SCADA displays.
  • Victims experienced operational disruption and financial loss.
  • Officials urged OT operators to block direct internet access and secure PLC deployments.

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