Iran Orders Officials to Ditch Connected Devices

Iran orders officials to ditch connected devices

Both Israel and Iran have powerful cybersecurity capabilities.

As Israel ramps up strikes, Iran bans officials from using public internet: Report

Iranian media have reported that the Revolutionary Guards' cyber command has banned officials from using public internet networks. The warning comes amid fears that Israel could wage a new cyber campaign amid its escalating attacks.

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Both Israel and Iran have powerful cybersecurity capabilities.

Iran orders officials to avoid telecom devices as conflict with Israel escalates

Iranian state media reported that top Iranian officials and their security teams have been advised to avoid any IT equipment connected to telecom networks. Israel has reportedly launched a “massive cyber war” against Iran’s digital infrastructure during their conflict, though Iran’s cybersecurity command says it has repelled such attacks. Iran restricted its citizens’ internet access after Israel’s initial strike... The post Iran orders official…

Iran Bans Officials From Using Internet-Connected Devices

An anonymous reader shares a report: Iran's cybersecurity authority has banned officials from using devices that connect to the internet, apparently fearing being tracked or hacked by Israel. According to the state-linked Fars news agency, Iranian officials and their bodyguards have been told they a...

Iran announces limited ban on smartphones and laptops, fearing Israel's digital tracking

Iran has prohibited government officials from using communication devices. This ban follows suspected Israeli digital attacks. An Afghan shopkeeper in Tehran describes life as dire due to ongoing strikes. The UN reports direct impacts on Iran's Natanz enrichment site. Iranian pilgrims are stranded, and a Nobel laureate has fled Tehran. Russia is evacuating its citizens.