ICC Thwarts Sophisticated Cybersecurity Breach

The International Criminal Court (ICC) recently detected and contained a sophisticated cybersecurity incident. Announcing the breach, the ICC stated this was the second such attack in recent years, raising concerns about the security of international legal frameworks and the need for enhanced protective measures.


Devdiscourse News Desk | Updated: 30-06-2025 21:44 IST | Created: 30-06-2025 21:44 IST
ICC Thwarts Sophisticated Cybersecurity Breach
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The International Criminal Court (ICC) disclosed a recent cybersecurity breach described as 'sophisticated and targeted,' detected late last week and now contained. This marks a second attack of this nature on the ICC in recent years, prompting increased scrutiny of security protocols.

In a statement released Monday, the ICC confirmed the cyber incident, emphasizing the necessity of safeguarding sensitive international legal processes from digital threats. The occurrence has raised alarms regarding potential vulnerabilities within globally pivotal institutions.

As cybersecurity challenges continue to evolve, international organizations like the ICC are under pressure to enhance their defensive capabilities against increasingly advanced cyber attackers, ensuring the integrity and confidentiality of judicial procedures worldwide.

(With inputs from agencies.)

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