A threat actor under the alias bxxxx1 has posted a chilling cyber threat targeting the Egyptian government on a dark web forum. The warning is tied to the geopolitical tensions surrounding the “steadfastness convoy,” a humanitarian movement from Morocco towards Gaza, which includes supporters and participants from Mauritania, Morocco, Algeria, Tunisia, Libya—and potentially Egypt.
The post warns that if Egyptian authorities intercept or suppress the convoy’s movement, the actor will respond with a massive cyberattack on the country’s digital infrastructure. The threat includes the leak of sensitive governmental and non-governmental documents and data, aiming to cause disruption and instability.
“We will also not hesitate to leak tens of thousands of sensitive documents and data, both governmental and otherwise.”
Though the statement ends with a cryptic note—“It may or may not be a joke”—the underlying tone and context signal a serious warning that could be followed by real-world cyber activity.
While it remains unclear whether an individual or a coordinated group made this post, its message reflects growing cyber instability fueled by real-world conflicts. As always, cyber defense must evolve as fast as cyber threats do.