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19 July
The cyberattack on the Kenyan presidential website continued to be reported, focusing on the hackers' 5 bitcoin ransom demand.
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The official website of the Kenyan presidency was the target of a cyberattack on July 18, 2026. The perpetrators reportedly demanded a ransom of five bitcoins, equivalent to approximately €280,000. In response to the incident, the Kenyan government acknowledged that a "security event" had occurred, prompting a temporary closure of the website.
Local media outlets reported on the attack, which marks a significant cybersecurity breach involving a high-profile government entity. The nature of the attack and the specific methods used by the hackers have not been disclosed, and the government has not indicated whether it plans to comply with the ransom demand. The incident follows a series of cybersecurity issues that have affected various sectors in Kenya in recent years.
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