The U.S. Department of Justice has announced new charges against 17 individuals allegedly involved in a hacking campaign supported by the Iranian government. The charges were unsealed on August 19, 2026, and detail various cyber offenses attributed to the suspects. The DOJ claims these individuals were part of a coordinated effort to conduct cyberattacks against U.S. entities and allies. Further details regarding the nature of the attacks and the specific targets have not been disclosed.
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Department of Justice Files New Charges Against 17 Hackers Linked to Iran
The U.S. Department of Justice has unsealed charges against 17 individuals linked to a hacking campaign backed by Iran. The announcement was made on August 19, 2026, detailing various cyber offenses attributed to the suspects.
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