Cyberattacks Disrupt State-Owned Banks in Iran

網路攻擊導致伊朗國有銀行服務中斷


Introduction

Several Iranian state banks recently stopped their electronic payment services after being targeted by a cyberattack.

數家伊朗國有銀行最近在遭受網路攻擊後,停止了電子支付服務。

Main Body

The problem started when the shared communication network used by four state banks—the National Bank of Iran, Bank Tejarat, Bank Saderat Iran, and Bank Tosee Saderat—was breached. Consequently, many ATMs and payment terminals in Tehran stopped working, which forced businesses to record their transactions by hand.

問題始於四家國有銀行(伊朗國家銀行、Tejarat 銀行、Saderat Iran 銀行及 Tosee Saderat 銀行)共用的通訊網路被入侵。隨後,德黑蘭的許多 ATM 和支付終端機停止運作,迫使商家必須用手動記錄交易。

A hacker group called the 'Black Wolves' claimed responsibility for the attack, stating that it was part of a larger digital conflict. Furthermore, this incident follows a pattern of using cyber-warfare for political protest, similar to the attacks on the central bank and Evin Prison during the 2022 unrest.

一個名為「黑狼」(Black Wolves)的駭客組織聲稱對此次攻擊負責,並表示這是更大規模數位衝突的一部分。此外,此次事件延續了利用網路戰爭進行政治抗議的模式,類似於 2022 年動盪期間對中央銀行和 Evin 監獄的攻擊。

In response, the Banking Coordination Council sent technical teams to secure the systems. The Council emphasized that they noticed the unusual activity quickly and intervened immediately; therefore, they prevented the theft or deletion of customer data. Although services have now returned to normal, security teams are still monitoring the infrastructure to ensure it remains stable.

對此,銀行協調委員會派遣技術團隊以確保系統安全。委員會強調,他們迅速發現了異常活動並立即介入,因此防止了客戶數據被盜或刪除。雖然目前服務已恢復正常,但安全團隊仍在監控基礎設施以確保其維持穩定。

Conclusion

Banking services are now fully restored, and experts continue to monitor the systems for any further issues.

銀行服務目前已全面恢復,專家將繼續監控系統是否還有其他問題。

Vocabulary Learning

🚀 The 'Professional Glue': Connecting Ideas

At the A2 level, you likely use simple words like and, but, and so. To move to B2, you need Logical Connectors. These are words that act like glue, showing the relationship between two ideas without sounding like a child.

🔍 Analysis of the Text

Look at how the author moves from one fact to another in this article. They don't just list events; they use bridges:

  1. Showing a Result \rightarrow Instead of saying "so", the text uses "Consequently".

    • A2: The network broke, so ATMs stopped working.
    • B2: The network was breached. Consequently, many ATMs stopped working.
  2. Adding Information \rightarrow Instead of saying "also", the text uses "Furthermore".

    • A2: They attacked banks. Also, they attacked prisons.
    • B2: This incident follows a pattern. Furthermore, it is similar to previous attacks.
  3. Linking Cause and Effect \rightarrow The text uses "therefore" to explain a logical conclusion.

    • A2: They acted fast, so the data was safe.
    • B2: They intervened immediately; therefore, they prevented the theft of data.

🛠️ Quick Upgrade Guide

A2 Word (Simple)B2 Bridge (Professional)Use it when...
SoConsequentlySomething happened because of the first thing.
Also / AndFurthermoreYou want to add a strong, new point.
Because / SoThereforeYou are explaining a logical result.
ButAlthoughYou are showing a contrast (e.g., "Although services returned, teams are still monitoring").

Coach's Tip: To sound more like a B2 speaker, stop starting every sentence with 'And' or 'But'. Try starting your sentence with Furthermore or Consequently followed by a comma. It immediately changes how a native speaker perceives your fluency.

Vocabulary Learning

breached (v.)
Broken through a security system or a wall to gain unauthorized access.
Example:The hackers breached the company's firewall to steal sensitive customer information.
consequently (adv.)
As a result of something that has happened.
Example:The company failed to update its software; consequently, it became vulnerable to attacks.
claimed responsibility (phrase)
Publicly stated that they were the ones who performed a specific action, usually a crime or attack.
Example:A local activist group claimed responsibility for the protest that blocked the main highway.
intervened (v.)
To become involved in a difficult situation in order to improve it or prevent it from getting worse.
Example:The government intervened in the dispute between the union and the employer to avoid a strike.
infrastructure (n.)
The basic physical and organizational structures and facilities needed for the operation of a society or enterprise.
Example:The city is investing millions of dollars to improve its aging transport infrastructure.
restored (v.)
Brought back to a previous or original condition, position, or state.
Example:Power was finally restored to the neighborhood six hours after the storm ended.
Practice B2 words in a crossword