Nuclear Regulation Authority shut down email systems after a cyber attack

From securityaffairs.co

Japan’s Nuclear Regulation Authority (NRA) issued a warning of temporary suspension of its email systems, likely caused by a cyber attack.

The Japan’s Nuclear Regulation Authority (NRA) temporarily suspended its email systems, the interruption is likely caused by a cyber attack.

The agency published a warning on its website, it is asking people to contact it via phone or fax because it is unable to receive emails from the outside world.

“From 17:00 on October 27, 2nd year of Reiwa, sending and receiving e-mails with the Nuclear Regulation Authority has been temporarily suspended. As a result, we are unable to accept e-mail registrations for applications for general hearings such as the Nuclear Regulation Authority and review meetings.” reads the message published by the NRA on its website. “If you would like to hear, please register by phone or fax.”

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