Iranian Hackers Spill the Beans: Saudi Games Data Breach Sparks Cyber Chaos!

Cyber Fattah, an Iran-linked threat group, leaked thousands of records from the Saudi Games, targeting athletes and visitors. This cyber mischief comes complete with SQL dumps and unauthorized phpMyAdmin access. Iran’s digital antics look to create chaos, proving that even in cyberspace, they never miss a chance to stir the pot.

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Well, it seems like Cyber Fattah just put the “bad” in badminton and the “hack” in hacky sack at the Saudi Games! This cyber caper is like the ultimate sports blooper reel, minus the funny falls and with a lot more data spills. Someone notify the Olympic committee; they might need to add “cybersecurity” as a new event in 2036!

Key Points:

  • Iran-linked Cyber Fattah leaked records from Saudi Games.
  • Data stolen includes personal and sensitive information from athletes and visitors.
  • The breach is part of a broader information operation by Iran targeting regional stability.
  • Records were exfiltrated via unauthorized access to phpMyAdmin.
  • The breach aims to undermine Saudi Arabia’s efforts in hosting major sports events.

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