TikTok Takedown: Cyberattack Hijacks Influencers to Sway Romanian Election
In a plot twist worthy of a spy thriller, Romania’s election infrastructure was hit by a cyberattack. Cybercriminals gained access to sensitive data, and TikTok influencers were unwittingly roped into the chaos. The hackers spread disinformation to sway voters, proving that in 2024, even your favorite dance videos aren’t safe from election meddling.
Hot Take:
Who would’ve thought that in 2024, the new polling booths would be TikTok influencer accounts? It seems the latest election strategy is less about kissing babies and more about hacking handles. Romania just proved that even social media stars aren’t immune to the dance of cybercriminals.
Key Points:
- Romania’s election infrastructure suffered a cyberattack during the presidential polls.
- Attackers leaked sensitive election data on a Russian hacking forum.
- Over 85,000 cyberattacks targeted Romania by November 25, 2024.
- TikTok influencers were hacked or paid to sway voter opinion.
- Romania accuses Russia of orchestrating the cyberattack.
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