Pro-Russia group behind today’s mass cyberattack against Czech institutions
Russia-based hackers managed to disrupt the websites of the Prague Airport, Interior Ministry, and Chamber of Deputies – but no data was stolen.
More Russian attacks on Czech banks: Hackers call for end of support to Ukraine
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Among the affected institutions were Komerční banka, ČSOB, Air Bank, Fio banka, Raiffeisen, Moneta Money Bank, and the Prague Stock Exchange.
New Czech anti-cybercrime unit seeks to curb online attacks and fraud
Established at the start of 2023, the division against online crimes targets the sharp rise of cybercrime in Czechia.
Czech crime center: Russia launching more cyberattacks, democratic countries at risk
Today's release of an annual report on Czechia's security shows that cyber-based threats from pro-Russian groups are particularly pronounced.
The Daily Dozen: 12 things to know about Czechia today
New metro signs coming to Prague, cyber attacks on Czech institutions, and more buzzworthy headlines for Jan. 19, 2023.
Morning news headlines: Action star Jet Li sends Instagram greetings from Karlštejn
Plus: Defending Prague Open champion loses in upset, Wizz Air to restore flights from London to Prague, Škoda operating profits fall, and more.
Morning headlines: Temperatures to hit 30°C in Czechia this weekend
Plus: Hackers demand payment from Czech road authority in bitcoin and govt. to discuss energy discounts.
Czech Television hit in another wave of cyber attacks
The pro-Russian hacker group Killnet previously said it would target Czech media but has not yet claimed repsonsibility.
Russian hackers target Czech websites in a series of cyberattacks
Czech railroads, regional airports, and a public administration portal have been facing cyberattacks from a pro-Russian hacker group Killnet.
