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.