Iran’s Internet Blackout: When Going Offline is the New “No Comment”
Iran experienced a near-total internet blackout amid rising tensions with Israel, leaving the nation unplugged and scrambling. While the blackout’s cause is fuzzy, theories range from cyberattacks to a massive “oops” moment. Meanwhile, Predatory Sparrow hackers swooped in, breaching Iran’s crypto defenses. It’s like a high-stakes tech thriller, minus the happy ending.
Hot Take:
Well, well, well, Iran’s internet just went poof in the middle of a geopolitical ruckus! Coincidence? I think not. With a mix of cyber antics and real-world fireworks, it’s like a digital episode of “Whodunnit?” starring Israel and Iran. Pass the popcorn!
Key Points:
- Iran experienced a near-total internet blackout coinciding with military tensions with Israel.
- NetBlocks and Cloudflare reported significant disruptions in Iran’s internet connectivity.
- The pro-Israel hacking group “Predatory Sparrow” claimed responsibility for cyberattacks on Iranian institutions.
- The Iranian crypto exchange Nobitex was hacked, with funds stolen and allegedly sent to unusable wallets.
- Iran’s Bank Sepah was also targeted, with data destruction linked to alleged ties to the IRGC.
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