The Czech Republic faced cyberattacks from Russia and China last year
The Security Information Service (BIS) has highlighted increased activity in cyberspace in its annual report. According to the Czech counterintelligence service, the Czech Republic faced a series of attacks last year carried out by actors linked to Russia and China.
These attacks primarily targeted important Czech institutions and the state's critical infrastructure. The goal of the attackers was to obtain sensitive data or disrupt the normal operations of government offices. Experts warn that cybersecurity is currently one of the state's top priorities.
BIS considers it a very important milestone that it was possible to publicly attribute a specific attack on a Czech institution to a specific state actor. This step is seen as crucial in international relations because it allows for a clearer identification of the originators of threats and better defense against them.
State authorities are now strengthening the protection of their systems and cooperating with cybersecurity experts. The goal is to ensure that sensitive information belonging to citizens and the state remains secure from unauthorized access from abroad.
The situation in cyberspace remains tense, and authorities recommend that all institutions and companies do not underestimate prevention. Security forces will continue to monitor the activities of foreign powers and respond to them appropriately if necessary.