Cybersecurity attacks on nation's water system, including attempts in Utah

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Cybersecurity attacks on nation's water system, including attempts in Utah

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Published on Aug 6, 2026, 12:48:55 PM
Total time: 00:18:11

Episode Description

Utah's water systems -- and public utilities systems in general -- could be susceptible to attacks from Iran. According to a new intelligence note reviewed by ABC News, Utah is one of more than a dozen states that could find themselves the subject of cyberattacks from bad foreign actors. We've known for a while now that we could face attacks -- a legislative audit from the last general session confirmed as much. But according to ABC News, we were actually the target of attempted attacks last November. Greg and Holly share their thoughts on the fragility of our security systems.

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