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Iranian-linked hackers shut down a British power plant for four days in the most alarming attack of its kind, according to a report.<\/p>\n

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The attack, reported in July, is believed to be the first known case of Iranian hackers successfully shutting down a British power-generation facility, The Telegraph reported.<\/p>\n

The target was a small-scale power generator that has not been identified. The attack did not threaten Britain\u2019s wider electrical supply, UK officials said.<\/p>\n

The incident was reported to the National Cyber Security Centre (NCSC), the public-facing arm of GCHQ, The Telegraph reported.<\/p>\n

The breach set off alarm bells across Britain\u2019s energy industry. Authorities issued a warning about the growing threat from Iran-linked cyber groups.\u00a0<\/p>\n

The NCSC warned companies earlier this year to prepare for possible attacks by Iran-linked hackers amid escalating tensions involving Iran, the United States and its allies.<\/p>\n

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This incident comes as a string of cyberattacks against water infrastructure has impacted at least 12 states in the US. In Minnesota, officials accused Iran of causing brief automated shutdowns and some boil-water notices.<\/p>\n

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The UK government warned that cyberattacks against domestic infrastructure remain a serious risk as artificial intelligence makes attacks faster and easier to launch.<\/p>\n

But British officials reassure that the country\u2019s energy system remains highly resilient and that the government is working closely with industries to tighten defense.<\/p>\n

\u201cThe UK has a highly resilient energy system. We work closely with the energy sector to protect infrastructure and ensure the highest security standards,\u201d a government spokesman told The Telegraph.<\/p>\n

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