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US sanctions Iranian cyber actors as UK discloses power plant attack

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US sanctions Iranian cyber actors as UK discloses power plant attack

The U.S. imposed sanctions against Iranian nationals for cyberattacks targeting critical infrastructure, following disclosure of a cyber intrusion at a UK power plant. The actions align efforts between U.S. and UK authorities to counter Iranian cyber threats to energy systems.

Why it matters: Energy infrastructure operators and government agencies responsible for critical infrastructure must assess exposure to Iranian-linked threat actors and implement defensive measures in response to heightened geopolitical tensions.

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