# Iran-Linked Hackers Target California Water Systems

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Podcast: [Salt Lake City News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!](https://stenobird.com/podcast/salt-lake-city-news-today-2-min-news-the-daily-news-now-7652320)
Published: 2026-06-16T10:55:52+00:00
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Iran-linked hackers calling themselves Handala claim breach of California water systems in Bakersfield, Visalia, and Chico, leaking customer billing data and threatening to shut off water — though officials say operations remain intact and billing systems unaffected. Experts caution that while direct control of water flow may not have been achieved, access to billing systems could be a stepping stone to deeper attacks. Customers are urged to guard against scams and identity theft using leaked data. The investigation continues, raising alarms about critical infrastructure vulnerabilities. Support the show: Get a discount at https://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/97f44f7ba308a156

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