ALIQUIPPA, PA – The Municipal Water Authority of Aliquippa revealed a cyberattack on one of its booster stations by an Iranian-backed group, Cyber Av3ngers. Matthew Mottes, the board’s chairman, reported the incident, which triggered an immediate alarm.
The group targeted the utility provider because it was using technology made in Israel. The group threatened more attacks on U.S. infrastructure targets that use Israeli based technology.
The affected station, responsible for managing water pressure in Raccoon and Potter Townships, faced no compromise to its water quality or supply. The hack targeted a Unitronics system, partly Israeli-owned, now disabled for security.
“I am closely monitoring this cyberattack on the Municipal Water Authority of Aliquippa. My office is in touch with leadership, which reports that there has been no loss of water service for folks. Federal officials are assisting the investigation, and I remain ready to help with federal agencies,” said Congressman Chris Deluzio. “Attacks on our critical infrastructure like water are unacceptable. I intend to push for a full investigation here and accountability for the attackers, and I will continue the important bipartisan work on the House Armed Services Cyber, Info
Pennsylvania State Police initiated a criminal investigation following the attack.