Cyberattack targets Smart-ID in Latvia on Thursday morning
In the digital age, cyber-attacks on services like Smart-ID, a digital identity platform integrated with smartphones and online services, are becoming increasingly common. On a recent day in 2025, Smart-ID fell victim to such an attack.
The cyber-attack, confirmed by the cyber-security authority "Cert.lv", affected Smart-ID's functionality for approximately one and a half hours. However, no user data was compromised during this incident, according to the same authority.
Despite the attack, Smart-ID has resumed its operations. The resumption, however, does not signify the end of the investigation into the cyber-attack. The investigation continues, even with the resumption of operations, as the authorities are working diligently to uncover the exact cause and operational impact of the attack.
The investigation is focusing on several potential causes, including AI-driven phishing or social engineering attacks targeting user credentials or backend systems, malware compromising mobile devices used for authentication, and potential exploitation of software vulnerabilities or misconfigurations on the service infrastructure.
The temporary disruption of Smart-ID's services highlights the vulnerabilities in digital identity systems. With the surge in mobile-focused attacks and phishing campaigns in 2025, services like Smart-ID are at risk of temporary outages or security incidents affecting login authentication or identity verification functions, impairing user access until resolved.
Smart-ID is an authentication tool for internet banking and various online services, making it a prime target for cyber-attacks. As the investigation into the cyber-attack continues, it is essential to remain vigilant and strengthen the security measures in place to protect such services and the data they hold.
At this time, the status of Smart-ID is operational, but the investigation into the cyber-attack is still underway. The cyber-security authority "Cert.lv" continues to work tirelessly to ensure the long-term security and integrity of Smart-ID's services.
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The cyber-security authority "Cert.lv" is continuing its investigation into the causes and operational impact of the recent cyber-attack on Smart-ID's technology, which may include AI-driven phishing or social engineering attacks, malware compromising mobile devices, exploitation of software vulnerabilities, or misconfigurations on the service infrastructure. To ensure the long-term security of Smart-ID, it is crucial to strengthen its cybersecurity measures and remain vigilant against the growing threats in the digital age, such as mobile malware and phishing campaigns.
