Iran war raising concerns of increased cyberattacks on U.S.

Escalating tensions between the U.S. and Iran are prompting cybersecurity officials to warn of heightened risk of Iranian cyberattacks against American infrastructure and institutions. Vik Desai, global cybersecurity strategy lead at Accenture, highlighted these concerns in an appearance on CBS News. Iran has a documented history of launching sophisticated cyberattacks against U.S. targets, including financial institutions and critical infrastructure, making the threat assessment particularly urgent amid military conflict. The concern centers on potential Iranian retaliation through digital means, which could target government systems, private sector networks, or both. Cybersecurity experts are recommending heightened defensive measures across the federal government and critical infrastructure sectors.