The scenario, losely mirroring the plot of the recent Netflix drama Zero Day, was a concerted cyber attack with the loss of multiple undersea cables.
Ireland conducted a major "Zero Day" exercise in February involving government departments, agencies, and emergency services to simulate a complete loss of internet due to a cyber attack combined with damage to undersea cables. The exercise, mirroring the plot of the Netflix drama "Zero Day", highlighted potential impacts on energy supply, medical services, emergency communications, banking, and gas pipeline infrastructure. The government acknowledges the risk and is committed to preparedness.
