Azpolitika.info - Justice for Journalists

Affiliated media: Azpolitika.info , Online news portal

Incident date: February 20, 2025

Attack type:

  • Cyber-, DDoS, and hacker attack on a media outlet

Who attacked: Unknown sources

Source: Meydan.tv

Location: Azerbaijan, Baku

Additional information:

A massive cyberattack is targeting online resources operated by the Global Media Group, according to a statement published on its website. The statement reports that these attacks have caused access issues for several websites, including "Report.Az," "Oxu.Az," "Media.Az," "Baku.ws," "Caliber.Az," and the "Baku TV". Hackers have attempted to infiltrate servers, breach site management panels, and alter website entry pages with unauthorised images. Urgent measures are being taken to combat the large-scale attack, and specialists are actively working to restore website functionality. The website of the Azpolitika.info was also cyberattacked.

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