Cyberattack on Berlin Administration leads to massive data leak
Story essentials
Rhysida hacker group
Berlin, Germany
August 14, 2026
This page is produced by collecting and structuring multiple public reports. Sections based only on reporting or testimony affect the displayed assessment, and the page is updated when new information is identified.
About this article
COMPAMIR Editorial Team
The COMPAMIR editorial team brings together public reporting and links to the original coverage. We update the page as new information emerges.
Read our editorial policy- Earlier version 19/5/2026, 3:10:51 PM
The hacker group Rhysida leaked 5.8 terabytes of data after the Berlin Senate refused to pay a 2 million euro ransom. The BSI warns of increased threats, including potential 'Hack & Leak' operations and phishing attacks. The attack is believed to be financially motivated rather than political.
Read next
Prioritized by shared people, places, and events.
Mass Cyberattack on Supermarket Refrigeration Systems in Europe
Approximately 700 supermarkets in France and other European countries were hit by a cyberattack. Attackers exploited vulnerabilities in Internet-connected refrigeration controllers. The attack caused food spoilage and electrical fires by manipulating defrost settings. Security experts emphasize the lack of basic cyber hygiene, such as VPN usage and credential management.