LAB DOOKHTEGAN HACKING GROUP DISRUPTS COMMUNICATIONS ON DOZENS OF IRANIAN SHIPS

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The Lab Dookhtegan hacking group allegedly disrupted communications systems on 60 Iranian ships, including 39 tankers and 25 cargo vessels operated by sanctioned companies National Iranian Oil Tanker Company (NITC) and Iran Shipping Lines (IRISL). The cyberattack targeted the maritime communication infrastructure of these state-linked shipping firms, potentially impacting their ability to coordinate operations and maintain contact with shore-based facilities. This incident demonstrates the growing trend of hacktivists targeting critical maritime infrastructure as part of geopolitical cyber operations.