As recent events indicate, American companies may be the subject of destructive data “wiper” attacks and potential data theft by Iran-linked hackers. Ongoing tensions in the Middle East underscore the stark and evolving cyberthreat landscape facing companies. These types of cyberattacks blend the regulatory and litigation exposure of a traditional data breach with the extreme business risks associated with near total operational disruption. This alert highlights potential legal implications and outlines practical steps companies should consider to strengthen preparedness.