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Israeli Hacktivists Claim Responsibility for Major Internet Outage in Iran

WeRedEvils group asserts successful cyberattack, causing widespread connectivity issues and data breaches.

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Supporters of Iranian President-elect Masoud Pezeshkian are taking photographs with their cellphones while participating in a ceremony with Pezeshkian's presence at the Khomeini shrine in southern Tehran, Iran, on July 6, 2024. Former reformist Member of Parliament, Masoud Pezeshkian, is being elected as the new President of Iran. (Photo by Morteza Nikoubazl/NurPhoto via Getty Images)

Overview

  • Hacktivist group WeRedEvils announced on Telegram they attacked Iranian internet systems, causing outages.
  • The group claims to have infiltrated communications networks, stealing data shared with Israeli security forces.
  • Reports indicate internet disruptions in several parts of Iran, including Tehran, though the extent remains unclear.
  • WeRedEvils has a history of targeting Iranian infrastructure, including a previous attack on Tehran's electricity grid.
  • Iran is reportedly preparing to respond to the cyberattack, amid ongoing regional tensions.