Cyber threats an immense and global challenge for New Hampshire’s water suppliers

By: Molly Rains

Outlets: NH Bulletin

Published: September 4, 2026

Words: 1,903

Last Updated: 2 weeks, 5 days ago


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A spate of cyberattacks on water systems in at least 12 states this July, which the U.S. government tentatively attributed to Iran, brought national attention to a growing concern for water operators in New Hampshire and across the country.

The New Hampshire Department of Environmental Services is not aware of any impacts to New Hampshire systems from that particular spree of attacks, spokesperson James Martin said in an email to the Bulletin. …

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