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Cyberattack Disrupts Christmas Deliveries, Links to Foreign Threats

12/22/2025

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On December 22, 2025, a distributed denial-of-service attack disrupted La Poste and La Banque Postale, hindering deliveries and online payments during the Christmas season.
Customers faced delays at post offices, though data remained secure.
The incident follows a cyberattack on the French Interior Ministry, where sensitive files were compromised.
Authorities are examining a potential plot involving a Latvian crew member linked to foreign interests; France accuses Russia of hybrid warfare.

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Story summary

On December 22, 2025, a distributed denial-of-service attack disrupted La Poste and La Banque Postale, hindering deliveries and online payments during the Christmas season.
Customers faced delays at post offices, though data remained secure.
The incident follows a cyberattack on the French Interior Ministry, where sensitive files were compromised.
Authorities are examining a potential plot involving a Latvian crew member linked to foreign interests; France accuses Russia of hybrid warfare.