Kenya’s presidential website was targeted in a cyberattack on Saturday, with hackers replacing the homepage with a ransom demand in Bitcoin. The attack highlights growing cybersecurity vulnerabilities within government infrastructure. Details regarding the extent of the breach and the specific ransom amount remain undisclosed. Authorities have acknowledged the incident and are working to restore the website and investigate the source of the attack. This incident raises concerns about the security of sensitive government data and the potential for disruption of vital online services. The hackers’ message indicates a ransomware attack, suggesting encryption of data alongside the financial demand. Kenyan officials have not yet commented on whether a ransom will be paid.

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