Iranian Hackers Target US Medical Company in Cyber Retaliation

Iran-linked hackers target Stryker Corp, disrupting systems and causing stock drop amid Middle East cyber conflict spread.

By Content Team

Mar 18, 2026

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Handala, an Iran-linked hacker group, attacked Michigan-based Stryker Corporation's systems Wednesday, claiming retaliation for the Minab school bombing in Iran. The cyberattack disrupted thousands of employees' Microsoft systems at the medical device manufacturer, causing Stryker's stock to drop 3%.

The hackers claimed they wiped systems and stole 50 terabytes of data, calling Stryker a "Zionist-rooted corporation." However, Stryker says there's no ransomware evidence and the incident appears contained, though full restoration timeline remains unknown.

Cybersecurity experts warn this marks escalation as Middle East conflicts spread to US cyber targets, with more attacks likely coming.

Source: The Guardian

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