United States authorities are investigating reports of cyberattacks targeting two tankers as they transited the Strait of Gibraltar earlier this summer. The incidents, which occurred in August, involved vessels bound for the United States.
According to reports, the systems of the two tankers were compromised by unknown actors while the ships were navigating the waterway. One of the vessels involved has been identified as the VL Prosperity, which was transporting crude oil at the time of the incident.
The investigation is currently focused on identifying the parties responsible for the alleged digital interference. No further details regarding the extent of the damage or the specific nature of the cyberattacks have been confirmed by officials at this time.
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