Cyber Islamic Resistance and the pro-Russian hacktivist group NoName057(16) have announced plans for a large-scale cyber attack against France.
The groups claim their actions are motivated by their support for Russia and frame their campaign as an act of divine retribution.
This announcement follows a series of escalating cyberattacks targeting French infrastructure in recent months, highlighting the growing threat posed by ideologically diverse hacktivist alliances.
Recent Cyber Attacks on France
According to the post from ThreatMon, France has been a significant target for hacktivist campaigns, particularly from groups like the Holy League, which includes NoName057(16) and other pro-Islamic and pro-Russian actors.

In December 2024, these groups launched over 50 Distributed Denial-of-Service (DDoS) attacks, data breaches, and website defacements targeting French government agencies, private companies, and critical infrastructure.
High-profile targets included the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, the French National Cybersecurity Agency (ANSSI), and private entities like AXA.
Shadow Unit, another member of the Holy League, claimed access to industrial control systems (SCADA) at nuclear facilities and other critical infrastructure in France.
These attacks underscore a shift toward more coordinated and sophisticated cyber operations.
Motivations and Geopolitical Context
The cyber threats against France are rooted in geopolitical tensions. The Holy League has explicitly linked its operations to France’s support for Ukraine and Israel.
This alignment has brought together ideologically diverse actors, including pro-Russian, pro-Islamic, and pro-Palestinian groups, signaling a new era of collaborative cyber conflict.
These alliances transcend traditional ideological boundaries to focus on shared geopolitical objectives.
Implications for France
The increasing frequency and complexity of cyberattacks pose a significant challenge to French national security.
In 2024 alone, cybercrime cost French organizations an estimated $175 billion.
The majority of attacks involved phishing campaigns, ransomware, and malware targeting critical sectors like energy, agriculture, and finance.
The French government has responded by strengthening cybersecurity regulations and international collaboration to mitigate these threats.
The announcement by Cyber Islamic Resistance and NoName057(16) highlights the evolving landscape of cyber conflict.
As hacktivist alliances grow in sophistication and coordination, nations like France face mounting challenges in safeguarding critical infrastructure and sensitive data.
The situation underscores the urgent need for robust cybersecurity measures to counteract these emerging threats.
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