South Korean Military Faced Nearly 19,000 Cyberattack Attempts in 2025, Highest in Five Years
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In 2025, the South Korean military experienced 18,951 cyberattack attempts, the highest figure recorded in five years. The annual totals rose from 11,700 in 2021 to 9,115 in 2022, 13,599 in 2023, and 14,419 in 2024. The data was disclosed by a lawmaker, Rep. Yu, citing official records. No specific threat actors, attack vectors, or successful breaches were detailed in the report. The incidents targeted military systems within South Korea.