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Cyberattack

Threat to information security
A cyberattack is a deliberate action aimed at disrupting the operation of computer systems, networks, or devices with the goal of stealing, destroying, blocking access to data, or causing financial and reputational damage. Cyberattacks can be carried out by individual hackers, organized groups, or even states. Cyberattacks are a serious problem in the modern digital world, as they threaten the operation of banks, hospitals, government agencies, energy systems, and private users.
2000
One of the first massive cyberattacks was recorded — the ILOVEYOU virus caused significant damage worldwide
2007
Cyberattacks on Estonian government systems became an example of cyber warfare
2010
The Stuxnet virus, targeting industrial facilities, was discovered
2017
The global WannaCry ransomware attack affected hundreds of thousands of computers
2020
A significant increase in cyberattacks due to the transition to remote work
2022
Large-scale cyberattacks on Ukrainian state resources
2025
Strengthening cybersecurity and using AI to counter cyberattacks
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EU prepares response to Russian aggression in the Black Sea. Kallas announced new steps

Kaja Kallas announced the creation of an early warning system to protect infrastructure. She emphasized that the security of the Black Sea directly depends on the security of Ukraine.

Politics • March 23, 05:27 PM • 12592 views
Orban announced the possible wiretapping of Szijjártó and ordered an investigation

The Hungarian Prime Minister announced foreign interference and ordered an investigation into the details of the incident. Earlier, it became known about a data leak from the Ministry of Foreign Affairs in favor of the Kremlin.

Politics • March 23, 04:34 PM • 7715 views
Russian hackers attack Signal and WhatsApp - thousands of accounts at risk

Russian special services are stealing access to messengers of officials and military personnel through confirmation codes. Encryption has not been broken; the cause is the human factor.

News of the World • March 23, 01:23 PM • 6931 views
For digital elections, it is necessary to update and protect the voter register and create cybersecurity teams - State Special Communications Service

For electronic voting, it is necessary to update the voter register and create cyber teams at the Central Election Commission. Elections are possible only after the end of martial law.

Politics • March 23, 12:43 PM • 4206 views
Drones massively attacked the territory of the Russian Federation, the airport in St. Petersburg was closed, there are communication disruptions

During the night, Russia reported shooting down 249 drones in various regions. Due to the threat of attacks, the airport in St. Petersburg restricted air traffic.

News of the World • March 23, 05:36 AM • 7069 views
Tusk stated that Poland suspects Hungary of transferring EU data to Russia

Donald Tusk spoke of long-standing suspicions regarding information leaks from Brussels to Moscow via Budapest. The Hungarian side officially denies all accusations.

News of the World • March 22, 11:14 PM • 7758 views
Russian hackers hack messengers, Signal and WhatsApp under attack - media

The FBI has uncovered mass attacks on Signal targeting officials and journalists. Attackers tricked users into providing security codes without breaking the app's encryption itself.

News of the World • March 22, 10:13 AM • 26361 views
Russia prepares assassinations and sabotage in Germany to stop aid to Ukraine - CPD

German intelligence services have recorded an increase in Russian espionage and the Kremlin's readiness for assassinations. The main targets are logistics and the defense sector.

News of the World • March 22, 08:50 AM • 7499 views
Trump vowed to destroy Iran's power plants over the closed Strait of Hormuz

The US President issued a 48-hour ultimatum to Iran regarding the opening of the strait. Tehran threatens to strike US and Israeli infrastructure in response.

News of the World • March 22, 07:13 AM • 7512 views
Szijjártó regularly reported to Lavrov during EU meetings - WP

The Hungarian Foreign Minister conveyed details of secret EU discussions to the Kremlin. Russian hackers also had full access to the Hungarian ministry's networks.

Politics • March 21, 06:41 PM • 12073 views
ATESH partisans discovered a network of Russian ammunition depots in DonbasPhoto

Agents uncovered storage sites for 152-mm shells and mortar mines belonging to the occupiers. Some of the depots have already been destroyed, and the remaining facilities are under threat of liquidation.

War in Ukraine • March 21, 07:41 AM • 6510 views
There will be no presidential elections in Ukraine in 2026 - Media

The Central Election Commission set a six-month period after the end of hostilities to prepare for voting. The working group rejected elections due to security risks and the war.

Politics • March 20, 05:59 PM • 6698 views
"Cyber-Atesh" learned about numerous crimes within the Russian army - details

Partisans gained access to reports of corruption and fictitious injuries in the Russian army. Occupiers simulate injuries surgically for the sake of millions in payments.

War in Ukraine • March 20, 08:02 AM • 5525 views
CPD: Russia intensifies hybrid pressure on the US by supporting Iran's hacker operations

Attackers target US hospitals and transportation to create chaos. Russian group Z-Pentest helps Iran develop destructive cyber operations.

News of the World • March 20, 02:32 AM • 18584 views
Saudi Arabian port of Yanbu resumes oil loading - Reuters

Oil loading in Saudi Arabia has resumed after personnel were evacuated due to a drone crash. Damage to the SAMREF plant is assessed as minimal.

Economy • March 19, 03:32 PM • 5957 views
Hackers could have breached the Cabinet of Ministers' server - iPhones in Ukraine at risk due to spyware

Russian hackers breached the gov. ua server to spread the DarkSword spyware. 270 million Apple devices running iOS 18.4-18.6.2 are at risk.

Crimes and emergencies • March 19, 02:32 PM • 5397 views
Ukrenergo promises monetary compensation - fraudsters have become active onlinePhoto

Attackers are spreading fakes about payments for power outages to gain access to cards. Ukrenergo does not accrue compensation and urges not to enter data.

Society • March 19, 12:02 PM • 5254 views
Slovenia demands investigation into Israeli company Black Cube's interference in elections

Prime Minister Robert Golob called on the EU to investigate illegal surveillance of politicians by private intelligence. The interference was called a hybrid threat to the entire bloc.

News of the World • March 19, 09:30 AM • 5033 views
Cyberattack on Stryker causes hospital operation delays

A global IT infrastructure outage at Stryker has blocked the operation of medical robots. Due to the attack on the supplier, hospitals are forced to postpone operations.

News of the World • March 19, 02:19 AM • 7069 views
Experts have discovered new spyware for iPhones that can affect millions of devices

Cybercriminals are stealing data and crypto wallets through Apple vulnerabilities. Experts urge immediate system updates to protect against attacks.

News of the World • March 19, 12:00 AM • 17123 views
Fraudsters defrauded EU citizens of €300,000 in a call center scheme with "drops"; they were exposed as part of an international cyber operation - Prosecutor GeneralPhoto

Two Ukrainians defrauded Latvian citizens through a call center, posing as investment and bank employees. The perpetrators have already been notified of suspicion.

Crimes and emergencies • March 18, 08:42 AM • 3772 views
Ukraine and Spain to create joint investigative group to probe Portnov's murder - Prosecutor General KravchenkoPhoto

Prosecutor General Kravchenko discussed the extradition of criminals and the investigation into the murder of Andriy Portnov in Spain. The parties will create a joint investigative group (JIT).

Politics • March 17, 04:45 PM • 46388 views
The capital of the Russian Federation is under a massive attack, authorities report dozens of downed drones

The Russian Federation stated that air defense reported the destruction of more than 60 drones on approach to the capital. Explosions were recorded in several districts of the Moscow region and the Kaluga region.

News of the World • March 14, 08:59 PM • 18806 views
Hackers breached 14,000 routers worldwide and turned them into a massive botnet

KadNap malware creates botnets for cyberattacks through vulnerabilities in router firmware. Hackers gain remote control over networks.

News of the World • March 14, 12:00 PM • 13385 views
Scammers have become active on social media, promising fake payments from the UN and Ukrenergo - CPDPhoto

Attackers are sending out phishing links to obtain assistance of up to 8,800 hryvnias. The scheme's goal is to steal personal data and money from cards.

Society • March 13, 06:43 PM • 4670 views
Explosions heard in Crimea and Sevastopol, air defense active and internet down - monitors

A series of explosions occurred in Sevastopol and Bakhchysarai due to air defense operations against drones. The internet went down in parts of the city, and flashes were recorded near airfields.

War in Ukraine • March 12, 11:18 PM • 11522 views
Ukraine joined the Convention on International Access to Justice - Rada

The Verkhovna Rada supported Ukraine's accession to the Convention on International Access to Justice. This simplifies the procedure for Ukrainian citizens to appeal to foreign courts.

Society • March 12, 02:52 PM • 4704 views
The Rada ratified the agreement on access to the EU Cybersecurity Reserve

The Parliament adopted draft law No. 0365 to attract EU specialists and tools. This will strengthen the protection of critical infrastructure and integration into the EU space.

Society • March 12, 01:50 PM • 3153 views
The 112 Ukraine application has received new important functions - Klymenko announced the details

The Ministry of Internal Affairs has updated the 112 Ukraine application with video communication functions for people with hearing impairments and automatic geolocation. The service has already been used by over 326,000 people.

Society • March 12, 11:51 AM • 3553 views
Iranian hackers claimed to have carried out a large-scale cyberattack on the American medical company Stryker

An Iran-linked group attacked the medical equipment manufacturer Stryker. The company's shares fell by 3.6% due to disruptions in its digital network.

News of the World • March 12, 12:00 AM • 15566 views