German economy and science, but also politics and the administration were targeted by espionage and sabotage activities of foreign intelligence services in the past.
One of the most frequent methods of attack is social engineering.
However, possible threats can be minimised. This may also involve the support of the security agencies. The German domestic intelligence services are responsible for
countering espionage and sabotage activities carried out by foreign intelligence services; they are available as a confidential point of contact.