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Norway Links Cyberattack on Dam to Pro-Russian Hackers

8/15/2025

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Norway's Police Security Service attributed a cyberattack on a Bremanger dam to pro-Russian hackers, marking a first official link to Moscow.
The attack released 500 liters of water per second for four hours but caused no significant damage.
Officials stated the incident intended to create fear and chaos among the public.
The Russian embassy rejected the claims as politically motivated.

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Norway's Police Security Service attributed a cyberattack on a Bremanger dam to pro-Russian hackers, marking a first official link to Moscow.
The attack released 500 liters of water per second for four hours but caused no significant damage.
Officials stated the incident intended to create fear and chaos among the public.
The Russian embassy rejected the claims as politically motivated.