Romania's Election Systems Targeted by 85,000 Cyberattacks
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In the lead-up to the presidential election, Romania’s election systems were targeted by more than 85,000 cyberattacks, with leaked credentials appearing on Russian hacker forums. The Romanian Intelligence Service reported that these attacks aimed to exploit system vulnerabilities, raising concerns about the integrity of the electoral process. Following the election, which saw pro-Russian candidate Calin Georgescu unexpectedly win, Romania’s Constitutional Court annulled the election results due to fairness and legality issues. The court mandated a complete restart of the electoral process, while intelligence officials warned that the election systems remain vulnerable to further attacks. The situation reflects broader geopolitical tensions, as Romania’s support for NATO and Ukraine positions it as a target for Russian influence operations.
