Iran Launches Massive Cyber Attack Against Critical Infrastructure in Israel

Gaby Portnoy, Israel's head of cyber defense, reported that cyber attacks have tripled since the start of the conflict with Hamas.Hacktivist groups use important dates such as Jewish holidays and Ramadan to strengthen their cyber campaign against Israel.

Cyber Av3ngers, a group linked to the IRGC, claimed responsibility for a massive cyber attack that knocked out electricity in several parts of Israel. The hacktivist wave triggered by the Israel-Hamas conflict was one of the largest on record. It targeted not only Israel but also its allies such as India, the US, the UK, EU countries and Saudi Arabia.

Israel's air defense system, the Iron Dome, has become a prime target after groups like Handala claimed to have hacked Israeli radar systems. The consequences of these cyber attacks were far-reaching.Israel's response has been multifaceted, strengthening its cyber defenses, conducting retaliatory cyber operations and engaging in international cooperation against the threats. It underscores the need for robust cybersecurity measures and international cooperation to protect against such threats.

Some of the measures we need to take to protect ourselves from such attacks;

- Current cyber security measures should be used.

- Cyber security awareness trainings should be taken.

- Your system should be kept in the most up-to-date version.

- By segmenting your network, different networks should be kept under control.