US government says Iran-linked hackers are disrupting American water and energy providers

Iranian hackers linked to the US government are exploiting systems used by American water and energy providers, posing a potential threat to critical infrastructure. This matters because disruptions to water and energy services can have significant impacts on public health and safety. Affected providers should take immediate action to secure their systems and implement necessary patches. The US government has issued an advisory to raise awareness and provide guidance on mitigating these threats.