Pro-Iran hackers claim cyberattack on Spotify, cite ‘revenge’ for Khamenei's killing - report
Users reported issues accessing Spotify on Wednesday evening around 8 p.m., according to the report, which cited Downdetector.
Assessment
A pro-Iran hacker group claims responsibility for disrupting Spotify, framing the attack as revenge for an unverified killing of Iran's supreme leader. The incident highlights how hacktivists exploit false narratives to target major platforms. Watch for official confirmation from Spotify and whether this signals a broader campaign against Western digital infrastructure.