Iranian Hackers Oversell Cyberattack Claims Amid Escalating Conflict

The Handala Hack Group has emerged as the primary promoter of alleged cyberattacks since the start of the war between the U.S. and Iran, frequently exaggerating the scope and impact of their operations. This behavior complicates the assessment of actual cyber threats and suggests a strategy of intimidation rather than genuine capability. The discrepancy between claimed attacks and reality highlights the difficulty in verifying digital warfare claims during active geopolitical conflicts.