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Cyprus Successfully Defends Against Major Government Portal Cyberattack

A coordinated response by Cypriot authorities thwarted a DDoS attack, the latest in a series targeting state-run utilities and companies.

  • The digital attack aimed to block access to Cyprus' main government portal, affecting it for only a few minutes.
  • Authorities quickly coordinated to prevent any significant disruption or data compromise.
  • This incident is part of a three-day series of cyberattacks targeting state utilities and a Greek energy firm's Cypriot branch.
  • No client information was leaked or compromised during any of the attacks.
  • The motive and identity of the attackers remain unknown, according to Cypriot officials.
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