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Computer attack on ASAE used image lodged in another state system
Publication: PÚBLICO
Author: publico@publico.pt
Source published: 15/11/2026, 21:41:16 UTC
Briefing created: 15/11/2026, 22:18:45 UTC
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Briefings
A Brazilian cybersecurity firm ASAE was targeted on Sunday morning with a compromised image hosted on another state-owned system, which remains active. The attack occurred between 21:41 and 21:45 UTC on November 15, 2026, and the page is still inaccessible as of the report. The incident involved a single compromised image that was successfully exfiltrated during the morning window.
Key points
- The attack occurred on Sunday, November 15, 2026, between 21:41 and 21:45 UTC.
- A single image was compromised and successfully exfiltrated from the ASAE system.
Context
This incident represents a specific case of state-owned infrastructure vulnerability, where a compromised image was moved to another system still under attack. It highlights the risks of shared systems in critical sectors.
Limitations
The evidence is limited to a single image and a brief timeframe. No specific number of affected users, data volume, or number of systems is provided. The report does not specify the nature of the attack beyond image exfiltration.
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