Bejaia Judicial Council Data Offered on DarkForums

Overview

On 31 August 2025, a DarkForums user offered data described as originating from the Bejaia Judicial Council website, part of the Algerian Ministry of Justice. The post frames the release as part of a series of cyber exchanges between Moroccan and Algerian actors.

What was published

The post lists the following exposed items:

• Ministers' homes and phone numbers
• List of judges of the Bejaia court
• Territorial jurisdiction information
• Descriptions of services and offers

The poster asks for a fee to hand over the data.

Risks for affected individuals

• Judges' names combined with jurisdictional data enable targeted harassment or phishing.
• Officials' phone numbers and residential details raise privacy and safety concerns.
• Court-related information could be used in social engineering attempts.

What remains unknown

• The authenticity and volume of the data.
• Whether the website was technically compromised or the data obtained otherwise.
• Whether the judicial authorities have responded.

What affected people should do

Judicial staff and officials in the Bejaia region should be alert to unsolicited contacts referencing court matters and report any suspicious approaches to the competent security services.