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FranceThe RecordDDoS incident disrupts France’s postal and banking services ahead of Christmas
Monday, December 22, 2025
What
La Poste confirmed that a DDoS attack disrupted its digital systems, impacting parcel distribution and online banking services through La Banque Postale. Although in-store payments and ATM withdrawals remained functional, the timing of the attack raised concerns among customers about receiving packages before Christmas. The company is working to restore services while investigating the incident.
Where
La Poste, France
When
Reported on Monday, just days before Christmas 2023.
Key Factors
- •DDoS attack targeting La Poste's digital infrastructure
- •No evidence of customer data compromise
- •Impact on postal operations and online banking services
Takeaways
- →Organizations should enhance their DDoS mitigation strategies, especially during peak times.
- →The incident highlights the vulnerability of critical services to cyberattacks, particularly during high-demand periods.
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