Cyberattacks hit military, Parliament websites as India-based group targets Canada.
The federal government has been dealing with a series of cyberattacks by a hacker group in India. The group has claimed that they have caused chaos in Ottawa, but Canada’s signals intelligence agency has stated that the attacks have likely not put any private information at risk.
The hacker group claims to have infiltrated the government’s systems. However, the Communications Security Establishment, which is Canada’s signals intelligence agency, has stated that the attacks have been more of a nuisance than a real threat.
The agency has also stated that the attacks have not put any private information at risk, and that the hackers have not been able to access any sensitive data. While this is reassuring, it does not mean that the hackers can’t cause more damage in the future.
The government is currently working with law enforcement to investigate the attacks and identify the individuals responsible. It is also taking steps to strengthen its cyber security systems to prevent similar attacks in the future.
While the hackers may have caused some disruption in Ottawa, it is important to remember that the government is taking the necessary steps to protect its systems and the data of Canadians. It is also important to be aware of the potential risks of cybercrime and take steps to protect yourself online.