Iran-Backed Hackers Steal Australian Military Secrets From Israeli Manufacturer

It is believed the group have accessed classified plans for as many as 36 Australian-Israeli joint military projects.

Hanwha Defence Australia’s Redback fighting vehicle on display in Canberra, Australia, on March 12, 2021. AAP Image/Mick Tsikas

A hacking group that first emerged shortly after the Oct. 7 massacre by Hamas and is believed to be backed by Iran has stolen the classified details of 36 joint military projects between Australia and Israel.

The compromised data includes 3D renderings and technical details of the $7 billion Redback infantry fighting vehicle project.