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German foreign minister blames Russia for cyberattack on SPD party

Relations between the two European countries were already tense, with Germany providing military support to Ukraine in its ongoing war with Russia.

Poland

Poland experiences increase in DDoS attacks from Russia

According to the Polish Cyber Defence Army, Poland is receiving a high number of DDoS attacks that originate from Russia.

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Belgium tries to break cybersecurity certificate deadlock

Of three certificates proposed since 2019, only one has been approved, two others are still in progress.

Russia

UK accuses Russia of democratic interference

State actors and "Wagner-style" hackers are doing "dirty work" to disrupt the country's political processes, one minister has warned.

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Smart devices to be protected from cyber attacks after EU strikes deal

Household products connected to the internet will soon have to be better protected from cyber threats after European Union countries and lawmakers agreed on new legislation on Thursday.

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EU should go on the cyber offensive in defence reform - Charles Michel

The European Union needs a bespoke "cyber force" to beef up its defensive capabilities, according to European Council chief Charles Michel.

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GCF: World leaders and businesses must unite in fight against cyber crime, Interpol chief says

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The world needs to take action together to thwart potentially catastrophic cyber attacks, Interpol warns.

Hacker Hunter

Exploring the thin line between cybercrime and ethical hacking

A co-production with Kaspersky

Hacking’s adrenaline rush can be addictive. But many believe black-hat (illegal) hackers can develop a moral compass and learn to use their skills for good – especially if authorities intervene when they’re young.

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Brussels announces plans to defend itself from growing cyber threats

The proposals will cost €1.1 billion.

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Netherlands: cybercriminals detained after Genesis Market taken down

One of the most dangerous marketplaces selling personal identities to hackers online was shut down, in an operation involving law enforcement from 17 countries.

Tech News

Italian authorities issue warning after spate of ransomware hackings

The hackers were exploiting a vulnerability first found in 2021, attacking thousands of servers over the weekend.

Germany

Russian hackers launch cyberattack on Germany in Leopard retaliation

The Russian hacker network Killnet has claimed responsibility for the attack which targetted airports and police networks.

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Four simple ways to protect your data and devices this year

We saw a surge in cyberattacks in recent years. But they are simple actions you can take to prevent it happening to you.

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How do NATO members prepare against cyber attack? We take a look

Euronews Next visited NATO’s Cyber Range in Estonia to see how armies are preparing for cyberattacks, including soon-to-be members Sweden and Finland.

Vatican

Vatican hit by suspected cyber attack

The alleged cyber attack comes days Pope Francis criticised Russia's invasion of Ukraine, provoking Moscow's ire.

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Global Cybersecurity Forum: rethinking the global cyber order

In partnership with Global Cybersecurity Forum

Transcending borders and impacting every aspect of people's lives, the cyber landscape is more complex than ever before. The Forum sought to improve peace of mind for parents, business owners, and governments while serving justice to cyber criminals.

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Why Ukraine's agriculture sector could be set to attract cyberattacks

The technology company Cisco Talos says it is on high alert to cyber threats during Ukraine's Independence Day.

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Estonia hit by massive cyberattack amid tensions with Russia

The Russia-based and pro-Russia hacker group Killnet said it was responsible for the attack on the former Soviet-occupied country.

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How can countries protect themselves against cyber warfare?

The Former Chief Strategy Officer for Cyber Policy, US secretary for defence during the Obama administration, says why improving cybersecurity is paramount.

Albania

Cyberattack blocks government and public websites in Albania

Officials say the hackers used similar methods to other recent cyberattacks in Europe.