Hacked hospitals, hidden spyware: Iran conflict shows how digital fight is ingrained in warfare

Synopsis Iran is employing advanced cyber tactics, like spyware disguised as bomb shelter alerts, against Israel and the US This digital conflict integrates disinformation and AI, compensating for military weaknesses. Iran-linked groups are launching numerous, though often low-impact, cyberattacks. Critical infrastructure and healthcare sectors are becoming targets. This evolving cyber warfare is a significant concern. As they fled an Iranian missile strike, some Israelis with Android phones received a text offering a link to real-time information about bomb shelters. But instead of a helpful app, the link downloaded spyware giving hackers access to the device’s camera, location and all its…