Italian Foreign Minister Targeted by Pro-Russian Hackers, Personal Data Stolen
Italy's Foreign Minister Antonio Tajani announced that his personal data has been stolen and published on the Darknet by hackers. Tajani stated on social media platform X that he was targeted due to the Italian government's stance on Ukraine, indicating that criminals were seeking additional personal details about him and his family. He described the ongoing cybercriminal activity as exposing him and his loved ones to new threats and intimidation. Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni explicitly attributed the cyberattack to 'pro-Russian hackers,' calling it a 'matter of grave concern' requiring utmost determination. This incident occurs amidst a surge of suspected 'hybrid attacks' across Europe, including drone incursions, sabotage in NATO territories, attacks on food supplies, threats against media outlets, and bomb threats causing airline flight disruptions, all believed to be orchestrated by the Kremlin.
