Cyberattack disrupts Lee newspapers' operations across the US

Lee Enterprises, a major U.S. newspaper group, experienced a cyberattack on February 3, 2025, causing operational disruptions and network shutdowns. The attack impacted printing, delivery, and access to files for reporters and editors, with multiple publications displaying maintenance banners on their websites. This incident follows a previous cyberattack in 2020 when Iranian hackers breached Lee Enterprises’ network.