July 29, 2024 at 02:22PM
Sensitive data of Israeli athletes at the Paris Olympic Games, including blood test results and login credentials, was allegedly leaked by a hacking group called “Zeus.” Israel’s Foreign Minister expressed concern, prompting extra protection for Israeli and Palestinian delegations due to the Gaza conflict. French troops and police, as well as Israeli security agents, are assisting with Olympic security.
Key Takeaways from the Meeting:
1. The sensitive data of several Israeli athletes at the Paris Olympic Games was exposed in a doxing attack on Telegram. The data included blood test results and login credentials, prompting France’s Anti-Cybercrime Office (OFAC) to intervene.
2. A hacking group named “Zeus” is claimed to be responsible for the attack and also leaked the military status of Israeli athletes on social media.
3. Israeli Foreign Minister Israel Katz expressed concern about the incident, stating that there are those who seek to disrupt the joyous event of the Games.
4. Both Israeli and Palestinian delegations have been provided with extra protection due to the ongoing conflict in Gaza.
5. Security measures for the Games include the deployment of roughly 18,000 French troops in Paris, in addition to regular police. Israel’s 88 athletes have been provided with security details comprising of French officers and Israeli agents.