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Inside the minds of the cyber attackers - opinion

To cyber attackers, a successful breach in Israel isn’t just a technical victory but a symbol of resistance.

AN AIR DEFENSE SYSTEM is employed to intercept an Iranian missile attack, as seen from Jerusalem last month. As Israel fended off physical attacks from the air, it also grappled with a surge in silent, sophisticated cyber warfare, says the writer.
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UK plans to ban public sector bodies from paying ransom to cyber criminals

 Soccer Football - FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022 - Group B - England v Iran - Khalifa International Stadium, Doha, Qatar - November 21, 2022 Iran fans hold signs reading 'Freedom for Iran' and 'Woman life freedom' inside the stadium before the match.

Iran-linked hackers target London journalist claiming he is a Mossad agent - Times

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New cybersecurity partnership aims to improve incident response readiness


Iran-linked hackers may target US firms and critical infrastructure, US government warns

FBI: While there are no indications of a coordinated Iranian-linked malicious cyber campaign so far, organizations should ensure their defenses are up to date.

 An illustration of a cyber hacker and the Iranian flag.

US hospitals, critical infrastructure brace for retaliatory Iran-backed cyberattacks

US banks, defense contractors and oil industry companies have reportedly already come under attack by Tehran-supporting pro-Palestinian hackers.

 An illustration of a cyber hacker and the Iranian flag.

National Cyber Directorate urges immediate action to secure cameras amid heightened security risks

"The enemy may use home cameras for espionage and detecting vulnerabilities," the official statement cautioned. The alert emphasized that improperly configured cameras could be a major security risk.

 Illustrative image of a cyberattack with Israeli and Iranian flags.

Hackers steal $48 million in cryptocurrency used by Iran to fund terror

The same group, which is reportedly affiliated with Israel, also hacked the IRGC-controlled Sepah bank on Tuesday

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Cyberattack on IRGC-controlled bank causes disruptions, Iranian media claims

Anti-regime activist group "Gonjeshke Darande" (Predatory Sparrow) claimed responsibility for the attack

 Iranians walk past a Sepah Bank branch in the capital Tehran, on June 15, 2022; illustrative.

700% spike in cyberattacks on Israel since strike on Iran - Radware

Government websites, financial institutions, telecommunications companies, and critical infrastructure are among the variety of targets for the attacks.

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US probes effort to impersonate White House Chief of Staff, WSJ reports

The report said Wiles had told associates that some of her cellphone contacts had been hacked, allowing the impersonator to access private phone numbers.

 President-elect Trump brings Susie Wiles to the podium at an election night

Shin Bet foils 85 Iranian cyber infiltration attempts on Israelis

Among those targeted were senior officials in the defense establishment, political figures, journalists, academics, and media professionals.

 A conversation between an Iranian agent posing as Government Secretary Yossi Fuchs, and an Israeli.

Cyber arms race: Can Israel stay ahead of the increased threats of the Israel-Hamas War? - watch

Perry describes how AI and machine learning are revolutionizing the field, how Israel keeps its dominance in the sector, and what the biggest cyber threats private citizens are facing today.

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Ex-cyber chief: 'Q-day' could lead to hacking of nuclear weapons

“What will be the October 7 in the cyber space and are we ready for it? To meet this kind of challenge, we need to build better resilience, improve the culture of sharing, change all of the time."

 A missile is launched during a joint exercise called the 'Great Prophet 17', in the southwest of Iran, December 24, 2021. Picture taken December 24, 2021.

Cyber diplomacy or a strategic retreat? US stopping cyber-offensive operations against Russia

The decision to scale back offensive cyber operations comes amid calls from lawmakers and security officials for a stronger US response to cyber threats

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