Three Major Cyberattacks on Iran’s Infrastructure Foiled
WANA (Oct 14) – Iran’s top cyberspace authority announced that three significant cyberattacks targeting the country’s critical infrastructure were recently detected and fully neutralized through coordinated defensive measures.
Seyed Mohammad Amin Aghamiri, Secretary of the Supreme Council of Cyberspace and Head of the National Cyberspace Center, made the announcement on Tuesday during Iran’s first National Cybersecurity Monitoring Conference.
“Cybersecurity holds special importance because people’s daily lives and access to essential services depend on the digital space,” Aghamiri said. “Any disruption in this space can cause widespread public dissatisfaction.”
He described cyberspace as “the fifth domain” alongside land, sea, air, and space, explaining that Iran’s cybersecurity strategy focuses on four key areas:
- Cyberattacks aimed at destruction,
- Operations targeting public perception,
- The use of cyber information for military and security objectives, and
- Cyber weapons used for sabotage or ransomware attacks.
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Highlighting the need for stronger coordination among institutions, Aghamiri said: “Just as we witnessed national unity during the 12-day war, we must now build similar synergy in the field of cybersecurity. A new chapter of cooperation has begun, and we will soon see greater unity among key actors.”
He confirmed that “three major cyberattacks on the country’s infrastructure were recently detected and successfully contained thanks to the vigilance of relevant institutions.”
Aghamiri stressed the importance of preventing vulnerabilities, noting that the National Cyberspace Center issued a comprehensive directive on cybersecurity in 2023, which—if fully implemented—could mark a major step forward in strengthening Iran’s cyber defenses.
On data privacy, he said the new regulations are designed to curb the “unnecessary collection and storage of user data” by both public and private sectors. “Data must only be collected with full user consent, and users should have the ability to delete their information. Sensitive data must also be encrypted to prevent access in case of a breach.”
He added that government agencies are responsible for enforcing these directives within the coming months.
Aghamiri also highlighted the growing involvement of private sector experts in cybersecurity, saying: “Previously, this field was dominated by government bodies, but recent legislation has opened the door for capable specialists and companies to contribute. In cooperation with the Cyber Police, a program has been launched to identify and fix system vulnerabilities before attacks occur.”
On cyber insurance, Aghamiri revealed that the Supreme Council of Cyberspace, in cooperation with Iran’s Central Insurance Organization, has issued the country’s first cybersecurity insurance license, paving the way for expansion in this area.
He concluded: “Iran is engaged in a serious international cyber battlefield. Unlike conventional warfare, cyberwar is silent—but our human capital has become a powerful asset. I urge all cybersecurity professionals to act with the utmost care and responsibility in safeguarding the data and privacy of our people.”
The first National Cybersecurity Monitoring Conference was hosted by the National Cyberspace Center with the participation of coordinating government bodies and cybersecurity institutions.
