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Iran hackers claim responsibility for North Texas AT&T outage that left thousands without internet
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Fusion42 · 10 September 2026 · Fusion42 review
Iran-linked hacking group APT IRAN claimed responsibility for a major AT&T outage in North Texas, impacting thousands of customers' internet, TV, and phone services. The group vows to intensify attacks on U.S. critical infrastructure approaching the 9/11 anniversary.
This Wire brief sits within Fusion42's coverage of Telecom & Connectivity, and 2 sources have reported it.
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You face a rising cyber threat on critical telecom systems, with an active state-affiliated group targeting infrastructure in your region. Strengthen your network defence and verify vendor security or risk being cut off unexpectedly.
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2 sources · 9 Sep 2026
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