Iran’s history of targeting fuel tank systems is a key reason Tehran-linked hackers are the leading suspects. US officials are investigating a series of cyber intrusions into automatic tank gauge (ATG) systems used to monitor fuel levels at gas stations nationwide, with Iranian hackers emerging as the prime suspects. According to sources briefed on the matter, the hackers exploited ATG systems that were left exposed online and poorly secured — in many cases without any passwords. In some instances, attackers were able to alter the display readings on the tanks, though they could not change the actual fuel levels. While these breaches do not typically cause immediate physical damage, officials warn they could potentially trigger undetected gas leaks or other safety hazards by manipulating monitoring systems. Iran’s history of targeting fuel tank systems is a key reason Tehran-linked hackers are the leading suspects. However, US investigators have noted a lack of strong forensic evidence, which may complicate definitive attribution.If confirmed, this would mark the latest example of Iran targeting US critical infrastructure amid the ongoing conflict. Since the war began in late February, Iran-linked hackers have reportedly increased the scale, speed, and coordination of their operations, often combining cyber attacks with psychological campaigns Cybersecurity researchers have warned for over a decade about the risks of internet-facing ATG systems. In 2015, security firm Trend Micro set up mock ATG systems online and observed pro-Iran hacking groups quickly targeting them. Similar concerns were raised in 2021 when leaked documents from Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) identified ATGs as potential targets for disruptive cyberattacks. The incidents highlight persistent vulnerabilities in US critical infrastructure, where basic security gaps continue to exist despite years of federal guidance.This is a developing story. The FBI and other agencies are actively investigating the breaches. No official attribution has been made public yet. Get Latest News Live on Times Now along with Breaking News and Top Headlines from US News and around the World. Working as Copy Editor at the Business Desk of Times Now Digital. Dedicated towards crafting interesting financial stories. Previously covered financi... View More