Albania’s parliament was hit by a sophisticated cyberattack that disrupted internal email services and temporarily prevented staff and lawmakers from accessing computers. A hacker group calling itself Homeland Justice claimed responsibility and posted alleged leaked documents while authorities and cybersecurity agencies continue to investigate the incident. #HomelandJustice #AlbanianParliament
Keypoints
- Parliament reported a “sophisticated” cyberattack aimed at deleting data and compromising internal systems.
- Main systems and the official website remained online, but internal parliamentary email was suspended affecting incoming and outgoing messages.
- Staff and lawmakers were unable to access computers and email for several hours following the incident.
- Hacktivist group Homeland Justice claimed responsibility and posted alleged leaked documents on Telegram.
- Security researchers link Homeland Justice to Iran’s IRGC, and authorities are investigating possible ties to tensions over Albania’s hosting of the MEK.
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