Greek firms scan systems after cyberattack warnings linked to Iran conflict, as authorities urge vigilance across key sectors
Authorities have urged companies to check for breaches after rising cyber risks linked to the Iran conflict.
Greek authorities have advised shipping firms, banks, and companies across key sectors to scan their computer systems for signs of cyberattacks, following heightened risks tied to the Iran war.
The country’s National Cybersecurity Authority last week issued a high priority advisory to security officers in industries including transport, telecommunications, healthcare, and energy, describing the move as precautionary amid growing global tensions.
The warning follows a series of cyber incidents linked to Iran. An Iranian associated hacking group claimed responsibility for a March 11 attack on US based medical technology firm Stryker, while Albania confirmed a separate cyberattack on its parliamentary digital systems, reportedly carried out by the “Homeland Justice” group.
Greek officials did not name the affected international organisation referenced in the advisory but urged firms to look out for indicators of compromise such as suspicious IP addresses, malicious tools, and malware including the VShell Remote Access Trojan.
At least two shipping companies are understood to have received the alert, according to sources.
Meanwhile, reports of electronic interference with commercial ship navigation systems have surged around the Strait of Hormuz and across the Gulf in recent days.
Although Greece has not confirmed any major cyber breach, one source said some level of suspicious activity has already been detected.
The advisory also warned of a sophisticated and unidentified threat actor using layered infrastructure to carry out reconnaissance, gain unauthorised access, deploy malware, and evade detection.
Investigations remain ongoing as authorities monitor the situation and urge heightened vigilance across critical sectors.