Channel 14 Reports Cyberattack Ahead of Crucial Election
Translated & summarized from Srugim by baba
Israeli media outlet Channel 14 reported a significant cyberattack targeting its website less than 12 hours before national elections. The channel stated it faced over 1,900 attempted breaches by foreign actors. Despite the attack, Channel 14 assured viewers that its broadcasts and reporting would continue uninterrupted, emphasizing its commitment to press freedom.
The story in 5 lines · by baba
- Channel 14 reported a cyberattack targeting its website hours before national elections.
- The outlet stated it faced over 1,900 attempted breaches by foreign actors.
- Channel 14 assured viewers that its broadcasts and reporting would continue as normal.
- The media outlet emphasized its commitment to press freedom and the right to know.
- The cyberattack aimed to disrupt the website's operations ahead of the election.
Channel 14, an Israeli media outlet, announced an unusual update to its viewers and website users less than 12 hours before the country's elections, due to a cyberattack targeting its website. The outlet stated that its website has been facing intensive attempts to disrupt its operations in recent hours. According to a statement from Channel 14 management, the C14 website has encountered over 1,900 attempted breaches by foreign actors aiming to harm its functionality. Despite the cyberattack, the channel's broadcasts and reporting will continue as normal. "We will continue to do our work, bring you the news, and stand by freedom of the press and the right to know. No attempt to harm us will deter us, and no factor will stop Channel 14 from continuing to operate, report, and reach you. We are here, and will continue to be here," the channel's management affirmed.
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