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Iran-linked hackers shut down a UK power plant for four days
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A cyber attack shut down a small British power plant for four days in July. Hackers affiliated with the Iranian regime were responsible, according to the Telegraph. Tony Diver, Rozina Sabur and Matt Oliver broke the story on Saturday.
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A cyber attack shut down a small British power plant for four days in July. Hackers affiliated with the Iranian regime were responsible, according to the Telegraph. Tony Diver, Rozina Sabur and Matt Oliver broke the story on Saturday. It is thought to be the first time hackers li…
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