Israel braces for cyberattacks, rockets and disinformation on Election Day

Israel's Central Elections Committee is preparing for a range of threats ahead of the October 27 elections, including cyberattacks, foreign influence operations, and potential security escalations. Naomi Binyamini, a committee representative, detailed extensive logistical preparations for 12,525 polling stations and over 6,000 accessible ones, requiring 100,000 staff on Election Day. A dedicated team monitors foreign influence and AI-generated disinformation, with Binyamini stating, "There is a special team that monitors this matter and deals with it on an ongoing basis." Despite advanced technology, paper ballots will be used due to cyberattack risks and low public trust in digital voting. The committee also has an emergency team and protocols for security incidents, with Binyamini noting that in the event of a major attack, "It will be impossible to hold elections."