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CSB News USA · 3:59 PM

US officials suspect Iran-linked hackers are behind a series of cyber intrusions targeting fuel monitoring systems used by gas stations across multiple states. The breaches, involving unsecured Automatic Tank Gauge (ATG) systems, have raised fresh concerns about the vulnerability of America’s critical infrastructure amid escalating tensions with Iran.

US officials are investigating a wave of cyber breaches affecting fuel storage monitoring systems serving gas stations in multiple states, with Iran emerging as a leading suspect behind the ttacks. According to sources briefed on the investigation, hackers exploited Automatic Tank Gauge (ATG) systems that were connected to the internet without password protection. The intruders reportedly manipulated display readings on fuel tanks, though they were unable to alter the actual fuel levels. While the attacks have not caused physical damage, cybersecurity experts and US officials warn the intrusions pose significant safety risks. Access to ATG systems could theoretically allow hackers to conceal gas leaks or interfere with fuel monitoring operations. Officials say Iran’s history of targeting vulnerable oil, gas, and water infrastructure makes Tehran a primary suspect, though investigators caution that limited forensic evidence may prevent a definitive attribution. The incidents come amid heightened tensions surrounding the ongoing US-Israel conflict with Iran, raising fears that Tehran could increasingly turn to cyber warfare against critical US infrastructure. Cybersecurity experts note that…

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