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Cyprus Denies Data Breach Reports at Foreign Ministry

Published March 28, 2026, 14:24
Cyprus Denies Data Breach Reports at Foreign Ministry

The Deputy Ministry of Research, Innovation and Digital Policy has firmly dismissed reports of data breaches at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and ransom demands. It stated that there is no evidence of government systems being compromised or any ransom requests being made. However, the Deputy Ministry acknowledges the increase in cyberattacks both in Cyprus and across Europe, and remains on high alert in collaboration with the Digital Security Authority and other state services. The sensitivity of the issue of cyberattacks is emphasized, and the need to verify information before publication, urging stakeholders to contact the Deputy Ministry to confirm data.