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Iran hackers claim responsibility for North Texas internet outage that affected thousands ...
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Fusion42 · 9 September 2026 · Fusion42 review
Iran-linked hackers APT IRAN claimed responsibility for a major AT&T service outage in Texas affecting internet, TV, and phone services and also disrupted a water utility, despite AT&T denying evidence of a cyberattack. The group, tied to the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps and known for targeting US critical infrastructure, has signaled plans to intensify attacks on US systems.
This Wire brief sits within Fusion42's coverage of Telecom & Connectivity, and 2 sources have reported it.
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Iran-linked hackers escalating attacks on US telecom and utilities show your network's resilience is at risk and demand urgent review of cyber defence, especially if you serve telecom or infrastructure customers in Texas or critical US markets.
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