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flag Hackers, mainly pro-Palestinian groups, launched over 237 cyberattacks on global space infrastructure since 2023, targeting aerospace firms and agencies during major conflicts.

flag Hackers launched over 237 cyberattacks on global space infrastructure in the past two years, with a surge during the Israel-Iran conflict in June 2024 and Russia’s invasion of Ukraine. flag Most attacks were denial-of-service operations targeting aerospace and defense firms, particularly those in military manufacturing. flag Pro-Palestinian hacktivist groups, including those linked to Hamas’s October 7, 2023, attack, were behind nearly all identified incidents. flag Key targets included Israel’s Space Agency, Rafael, Elbit Systems, and NASA. flag Data leaks coincided with major Middle East events, suggesting underreported activity. flag Tactics resemble those used by Ukraine’s IT Army, indicating shared tools. flag While physical damage was limited, experts warn cyberattacks on space systems are becoming a standard feature of modern warfare, demanding stronger defenses.

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