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Biden administration warns states of possible attacks on water systems from foreign hackers
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The Biden administration is warning state leaders of potential cyber attacks against drinking water and wastewater systems across the country, conducted by Iran and China.
Greg Wehner is a breaking news reporter for Fox News Digital.
"These attacks have the potential to disrupt the critical lifeline of clean and safe drinking water, as well as impose significant costs on affected communities," the two wrote. "We are writing to describe the nature of these threats and request your partnership on important actions to secure water systems against the increasing risks from and consequences of these attacks." Story tips and can be sent to Greg.Wehner@Fox.com and on Twitter @GregWehner.
The letter highlighted two recent and ongoing threats posing a risk to water systems in the U.S.