Just hours before the opening ceremony of the Olympic Games in Paris, the French railway company SNCF reported arson attacks on several high-speed lines.
These attacks caused major transport disruptions and affected thousands of people traveling to Paris.
Now, the French train network has fallen victim to a large-scale cyber attack, causing further disruptions in train traffic.
The attack has led to more delays and cancellations, as hackers exploited vulnerabilities in the trains' digital control systems.
The French government and high-speed train operators, including SNCF, are working to secure the systems and restore normal rail traffic.
According to a report by Tagesschau, this is not the first attack on France's critical infrastructure, but it is one of the most serious in public transport.
The exact background and identity of the attackers have not been made public yet. The French government has launched an investigation and brought in international experts to track down the attackers and prevent future incidents.
The impact of the cyber attack is far-reaching. Many commuters and travelers were forced to seek alternative transportation, leading to increased road traffic. Security experts warn that such attacks could become more frequent if security measures are not strengthened.
The government emphasizes the need to invest in cybersecurity to protect infrastructure from further attacks.
