A pro-Iranian hacker group claims to have stolen classified data from Israeli firm MAYA, including files tied to the IDF’s cutting-edge Iron Beam laser defense system.
A shadowy hacker collective calling itself the “Cyber Support Front” released a video over the weekend claiming to have infiltrated Israeli defense technology firm MAYA, which develops mechanical and electronic systems for Israel’s civilian, medical, and military sectors.
The video, circulated through Iran’s Tasnim News Agency, alleges that the group accessed files related to Israel’s Iron Beam laser-based air defense system, a next-generation technology designed to neutralize rockets, drones, and mortar shells at the speed of light.
According to the video, the hackers also claim to possess documents detailing Israeli collaborations with international defense partners, including Australia and several European nations, along with blueprints and images of UAVs, optical systems, and missile platforms.
In the footage, which analysts describe as a propaganda montage typical of Iranian cyber disinformation operations, the group displayed images labeled as Hermes-900 UAV schematics, upgraded M-113 APC plans, Rafael satellite projects, and the Iron Beam system. Also visible were notes referencing 3D printers and remote firing systems — though cybersecurity experts caution that the material shown could include publicly available or outdated documents manipulated to appear classified.
This is not the first time the so-called Cyber Support Front has surfaced. In recent weeks, it has published other questionable “leaks,” boasting of access to Israeli military R&D projects, though no verifiable breach has been confirmed by Israeli authorities or affected companies.
Defense sources in Israel dismissed the report, describing it as part of an Iranian psychological warfare campaign aimed at creating panic and undermining confidence in Israel’s cyber and defense industries, both of which are among the most advanced in the world.
“Iran’s proxies are desperate for attention after their battlefield failures,” said a senior Israeli cyber defense official. “These so-called leaks are recycled fabrications meant to project strength they don’t possess.”
The Iron Beam system, developed by Rafael Advanced Defense Systems, represents a technological leap in Israel’s multi-layered air defense network, working alongside the Iron Dome, David’s Sling, and Arrow systems. Its purpose: to neutralize short-range threats using laser interception at minimal cost, a capability that Israel’s adversaries fear as it renders mass rocket barrages increasingly ineffective.
Cyber analysts in Tel Aviv and Washington noted that Iran and its affiliates have intensified cyber operations targeting Israeli defense and tech firms following Tehran’s recent military setbacks and sanctions pressure. Most of these operations, however, have yielded little more than low-level intrusions or manipulated data leaks.
As of Sunday night, Israeli authorities have not confirmed any breach of classified data from MAYA. Meanwhile, the National Cyber Directorate has opened a technical review, but preliminary findings reportedly suggest no compromise of core defense networks.
Israel’s response remains firm: the Iron Beam will continue development and deployment on schedule, strengthening Israel’s defense superiority — in cyberspace and on the battlefield.
