Chile reports 166% surge in significant cyber incidents against essential services in 2026

Chile's national cybersecurity agency (ANCI) recorded 566 significant incidents from January to mid-October 2026, a 166% increase over all of 2025 (213). The data, from an official ANCI Legal Division document, indicates a sharp escalation in attacks targeting essential services, though specific sectors and actors are not detailed. This marks a notable acceleration in cyber threats against critical infrastructure in Chile, warranting close monitoring for potential systemic impact.

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