The FBI and Coast Guard have joined forces to investigate a coordinated hacking attack on oil tankers that has raised concerns about the security of the US shoreline. According to sources close to the investigation, compromised networks were used to disrupt the operations of several vessels, including one incident where an oil tanker's navigation and propulsion systems were interfered with.
The attack appears to have targeted at least two oil tankers in recent weeks, although details of the exact nature of the breach are still limited. In one case, it was reported that a hacking group gained access to the ship's network and interfered with its ability to control certain aspects of its operations. This has raised serious concerns about the potential vulnerability of the US oil supply chain.
The FBI and Coast Guard are working together to gather more information about the attack and understand how it occurred. The investigation is likely to involve a thorough review of security protocols at each affected vessel, as well as analysis of the specific tactics used by the hackers. As the threat continues to evolve, experts warn that the US must take immediate action to bolster its defenses against cyber-attacks on maritime vessels.