Millions of data leaked: cyber attack could have greater consequences than previously thought
Around 1.44 million files from the Berlin administration have been available on the darknet since Friday. The extent of this could be much more far-reaching than assumed. That's why politicians and experts are expressing sharp criticism.
A hacker attack on parts of the Berlin administration has potentially severe consequences, with 1.44 million files and 5.8 terabytes of data published in the dark web. The leaked data may include sensitive information on critical infrastructure, national security, and companies, in addition to personal data such as scanned passports and employment contracts.
The Green Party's Konstantin von Notz described the incident as a "real data super-GAU" and called for personnel consequences if protective mechanisms were deliberately not followed. The hackers, from the group Rhysida, demanded around €2 million in Bitcoin and published the data after the deadline was passed. The incident is being investigated by the authorities, including the Federal Office for IT Security (BSI), the Federal Criminal Office (BKA), and the Federal Office for the Protection of the Constitution (BfV).
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