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MEO: mass attack causes internet and mobile network failures
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MEO: mass attack causes internet and mobile network failures

SAPO Notícias14 September 2026 at 23:01

MEO, a Portuguese telecommunications operator, suffered a mass attack from dawn until late afternoon this Monday, causing significant failures in both the mobile network and internet service to its customers. The operator confirmed being targeted by an attack that affected its services.

According to the Pplware news report, the problems started during the night and continued throughout the day, causing inconvenience to thousands of users across the country. The company worked to resolve the situation and restore the affected services.

MEO publicly confirmed that it was targeted by an attack, although specific details about the nature of the attack or its perpetrators have not yet been fully clarified. The operator did not reveal further details about the incident.

Why this matters

MEO customers in Portugal faced significant service interruptions in internet and mobile services for several hours, which may have affected personal and professional communications. This incident highlights the vulnerability of telecommunications infrastructure to cyberattacks and the importance of robust security measures to protect essential services.

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