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What is a cyberattack?
A cyberattack is when someone tries to gain unauthorised access to a computer system or network, often to steal data, disrupt services, or cause damage. In this story, personal tax data was stolen from the French tax system, which is a common goal for attackers looking to exploit sensitive information.
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