Berlin continues to address disruptions caused by a significant cyberattack on two government departments, but officials confirm that upcoming elections remain unaffected.

Authorities in Berlin are working to resolve ongoing issues following a cyberattack that targeted two key Senate departments. The attack, described as serious by Berlin’s Mayor Kai Wegner, has left the departments for Urban Development and Mobility disconnected from the city’s network since Friday. Efforts to restore functionality are underway, but officials caution that the process may take several more days.

Despite the severity of the incident, Berlin’s Interior Senator Iris Spranger assured the public that the city’s election systems remain secure. The upcoming election for the Berlin House of Representatives and district parliaments on September 20 will proceed as planned. IT systems critical to election preparation and vote counting have not been compromised, and alternative methods for absentee ballot applications remain available to voters.

Investigations into the breach revealed no evidence of sensitive data leaks, according to officials. The city’s extensive fiber-optic network, which connects over 600 sites including emergency services and hospitals, remains operational. While the exact origin of the attack is still unclear, Berlin’s government continues to prioritize cybersecurity measures to prevent further disruptions.