The Eurovision contest in Vienna was accompanied by large-scale cyberattacks and heightened security measures. According to Austrian authorities, around 500 attempts of cyber interference were recorded during the contest. According to the head of the Austrian Federal Police, Michael Takach, the attacks were directed against both the official Eurovision website and the access control systems at the venue. Hackers attempted to slow down the systems, disrupt their functioning, or completely disable them. However, the police claim that all serious sabotage attempts were successfully prevented. Details about the possible organizers of the attacks and their motives have not yet been disclosed. Against the backdrop of growing threats, the contest organizers and Austrian authorities significantly increased security. During the last week of Eurovision in Vienna, about 3,500 police officers were on duty. Special units from Bavaria, Germany, assisted the Austrian law enforcement. Security services paid special attention to threats from Islamic extremists and groups linked to Iran. Additionally, authorities actively monitored the situation on social media, where, according to representatives of the Ministry of Internal Affairs, there was an increase in radicalization and polarization. In fact, Eurovision has increasingly become not only a musical but also a politically sensitive event in recent years. During the contest in Vienna, several protests took place, mainly related to Israel's participation. Shortly before the final, police detained 14 pro-Palestinian activists in masks who refused to stop an unauthorized demonstration. A total of 16 people were detained during the contest. One of them attempted to climb over the fence surrounding the event venue. Despite the tense situation, authorities stated that the contest was held without serious incidents. Bulgaria was the winner of this year's Eurovision.