Poland's space agency, POLSA, has fallen victim to a cyberattack, resulting in the agency's website being taken offline and its network disconnected from the internet. The incident was detected on Sunday, prompting immediate action to mitigate the attack.

In a statement on X, POLSA confirmed that it had "immediately disconnected" its network from the internet after detecting the cyberattack. The agency's website remains offline at the time of writing, with no indication of when services will be restored.

Poland's digital minister, Krzysztof Gawkowski, corroborated the incident in a separate post, stating that state cybersecurity services had detected "unauthorized access to the Polish Space Agency's IT infrastructure." An investigation is underway to identify the perpetrators behind the cyberattack.

The nature of the incident remains unclear, with POLSA failing to respond to TechCrunch's questions. However, this is not the first time Poland has been targeted by cyberattacks. In January, Gawkowski revealed that Poland is the "most attacked country in the European Union when it comes to cyberspace incidents," with most of these incidents attributed to Russia.

Notably, Poland was targeted by APT28, a state-sponsored hacking group operated by Russian military intelligence, last year. This latest incident raises concerns about the vulnerability of Poland's critical infrastructure to cyber threats.

The incident also highlights the importance of robust cybersecurity measures, particularly for government agencies and organizations involved in sensitive activities such as space exploration. As the investigation unfolds, it remains to be seen what measures POLSA will take to prevent similar incidents in the future.

The impact of the cyberattack on POLSA's operations and services is still unclear. However, the agency's prompt response in disconnecting its network from the internet may have mitigated the damage. The incident serves as a reminder of the ongoing threat of cyberattacks and the need for constant vigilance in the digital landscape.

As the situation develops, TechCrunch will continue to provide updates on the incident and any subsequent revelations. In the meantime, the incident serves as a stark reminder of the importance of cybersecurity in the modern era.