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March 12, 2026
How the war in Iran could be expanding after recent cyberattack on U.S. company
Hackers with ties to Iran have claimed responsibility for a cyberattack at Stryker, a medical device company based in the U.S. Stryker says the attack disrupted global Microsoft networks, but it believes the situation is "contained." CBS News contributor Chris Krebs explains what the attack could mean about escalation in the Iran war and how the partial government shutdown is making an impact.
TL;DR
- Hackers tied to Iran claimed responsibility for a cyberattack on U.S. medical device company Stryker.
- The attack disrupted global Microsoft networks.
- Stryker believes the situation is contained.
- The incident is discussed in the context of potential escalation in the Iran war.
- The partial government shutdown's impact is also mentioned.
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