In today’s hyperconnected world, cyberattacks have become one of the most significant challenges facing nations globally, and Azerbaijan is no exception. As governments and societies increasingly rely on digital infrastructure, the risks of cyber intrusion, data breaches, and information warfare are rising exponentially. For Azerbaijan, positioned at the crossroads of critical geopolitical interests, cyber threats are not just technical nuisances but potent tools that can undermine national security, economic stability, and political sovereignty. Understanding the nature, scale, and implications of these attacks is essential to grasp the evolving cybersecurity landscape and Azerbaijan’s strategic responses to this modern battlefield.

Cyber attacks against Azerbaijan have become a persistent and escalating challenge, targeting both state institutions and private citizens daily. This continuous threat was underscored by Tural Mammadov, Deputy Head of the Main Department of the State Service for Special Communications and Information Security (SCIS), who confirmed that cyber incidents fluctuate in volume but remain a constant concern.

Mammadov highlighted that Distributed Denial of Service (DDoS) attacks are observed daily, alongside phishing campaigns and cyber operations carried out via email and increasingly popular platforms such as Telegram. These attacks are systematically monitored by specialized teams, with investigations and countermeasures activated when significant threats emerge. The results of these investigations are shared across relevant institutions to identify and neutralize the perpetrators.

Major General Allahverdi Ismayilov, Deputy Head of SCIS,........

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