By Cyber Guard Team 
The Hague, July 2025 — The International Criminal Court (ICC) has confirmed that it recently detected and contained a sophisticated and targeted cybersecurity incident. This marks the second such attack against the Court in recent years, highlighting the increasing threat faced by international institutions operating in sensitive domains.
According to the ICC’s official statement, the incident was swiftly discovered, confirmed, and contained thanks to the Court’s robust alert and response mechanisms. A Court-wide impact analysis is currently underway, and mitigation efforts have already begun to ensure the security of its systems and data.
“The Court considers it essential to inform the public and its States Parties about such incidents as well as efforts to address them,” said the ICC in its announcement. “Support from the international community is vital to uphold the Court’s mandate of justice and accountability.”
🔐 Why This Matters
The ICC’s work involves highly sensitive information related to investigations, international justice, human rights violations, and legal proceedings across borders. A successful breach could jeopardize:
- Witness protection
- Confidential legal documents
- Ongoing investigations
The quick containment of this breach has likely prevented a major data compromise. Still, it underscores the critical importance of global cybersecurity resilience across all institutions involved in international governance and law enforcement.
🌐 A Call to Action
The ICC is calling on its States Parties and international partners to continue providing cybersecurity support, ensuring the institution can continue its critical role in delivering global justice without disruption.
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