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Russia was behind a destructive cyber attack on a water utility in 2024, Denmark says
Saturday, December 20, 2025
What
A destructive cyberattack targeted a Danish water utility, causing physical damage and disruption, attributed to Russian-linked hacktivist groups.
Where
Denmark
When
2024, with ongoing threats reported into 2025
Key Factors
- •The attack involved altering pump pressure, leading to burst pipes.
- •Pro-Russian groups exploited vulnerabilities in critical infrastructure.
- •Denmark's intelligence services raised the cyber threat level due to increasing risks.
Takeaways
- →Organizations must enhance their cybersecurity measures to defend against hybrid warfare tactics.
- →Critical infrastructure is increasingly targeted by state-sponsored cyber actors, necessitating improved resilience strategies.
- →Regular threat assessments and updates to cybersecurity protocols are essential.
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