IRLeaks attack on Iranian banks

In August 2024, an Iranian group called IRLeaks attacked Iranian banks. Politico described the attack as the “worst cyberattack” in Iranian history. According to Politico, the Iranian government was forced to pay millions of dollars to IRLeaks in ransom. Politico reported that 20 out of about 29 Iranian credit institutions fell in the attack. The Iranian central bank, the Post Bank of Iran and the Bank of Industry and Mines were amongst the banks hit in the attack. The attackers were likely freelance hackers seeking financial gain. The attack occurred after the release of reports that Iranian hackers intervened in the 2024 presidential American elections.