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Analysts are sounding the alarm about the possibility of interference in the electoral process.
This year, marked by unprecedented geopolitical instability, the world is facing a growing threat of cyber attacks targeting sovereign elections.
For example, Resecurity found that the activity of cybercriminals aimed at disrupting elections has increased significantly recently, especially against the background of a record number of voters preparing to vote in 2024.
According to Time, this year's elections will be held in at least 64 countries, making 2024 not just an election year, but perhaps the most significant year in history in general.
About two billion voters, representing approximately 49% of the world's population, will be represented in this election. The results of the vote will be decisive for many years to come.
A particularly significant event could be the US presidential election, which could radically change geopolitical relations and conflicts around the world.
Resecurity experts note that from 2023 to the beginning of 2024, the number of cyber attacks doubled compared to the previous period. Cybercriminals are actively targeting not only the United States and its allies, but also countries in Latin America, Africa, Asia, and the European Union. These incidents often precede a more serious and large-scale attack, amplified by intervention from abroad.
The attackers goal is not only cyber espionage, but also creating uncertainty about the integrity of elections by manipulating public opinion. Unfortunately, the investigation of such incidents is complicated, and their consequences often remain invisible to the public.
In addition to ideologically motivated hacktivism and profit - seeking, some attackers can use leaked data to create targeted propaganda campaigns to undermine democracy. Particularly troubling is the fact that leaked voter data can be used for manipulation for many years after the leak.
In the context of increasing cyber threats, the most important task of Governments is to protect the personal information of voters, which is the basis for preserving the integrity of democracy in the face of continuous technological progress.
As the number of cyber attacks aimed at undermining the credibility of elections and manipulating public opinion is constantly growing, it is vital to take decisive measures to prevent data leaks and protect electoral processes. Only by ensuring reliable security can the transparency and impartiality of global democracy be preserved.
This year, marked by unprecedented geopolitical instability, the world is facing a growing threat of cyber attacks targeting sovereign elections.
For example, Resecurity found that the activity of cybercriminals aimed at disrupting elections has increased significantly recently, especially against the background of a record number of voters preparing to vote in 2024.
According to Time, this year's elections will be held in at least 64 countries, making 2024 not just an election year, but perhaps the most significant year in history in general.
About two billion voters, representing approximately 49% of the world's population, will be represented in this election. The results of the vote will be decisive for many years to come.
A particularly significant event could be the US presidential election, which could radically change geopolitical relations and conflicts around the world.
Resecurity experts note that from 2023 to the beginning of 2024, the number of cyber attacks doubled compared to the previous period. Cybercriminals are actively targeting not only the United States and its allies, but also countries in Latin America, Africa, Asia, and the European Union. These incidents often precede a more serious and large-scale attack, amplified by intervention from abroad.
The attackers goal is not only cyber espionage, but also creating uncertainty about the integrity of elections by manipulating public opinion. Unfortunately, the investigation of such incidents is complicated, and their consequences often remain invisible to the public.
In addition to ideologically motivated hacktivism and profit - seeking, some attackers can use leaked data to create targeted propaganda campaigns to undermine democracy. Particularly troubling is the fact that leaked voter data can be used for manipulation for many years after the leak.
In the context of increasing cyber threats, the most important task of Governments is to protect the personal information of voters, which is the basis for preserving the integrity of democracy in the face of continuous technological progress.
As the number of cyber attacks aimed at undermining the credibility of elections and manipulating public opinion is constantly growing, it is vital to take decisive measures to prevent data leaks and protect electoral processes. Only by ensuring reliable security can the transparency and impartiality of global democracy be preserved.