Electoral Commission hacked by hostile actors in cyber attack.
Electoral Commission targeted by hostile actors in complex cyber attack for 14 months.
The Electoral Commission has issued an apology after it admitted hackers were able to access the names and addresses of anyone in the UK registered to vote between 2014 and 2022.
The news of a cyber attack targeting the UK Electoral Commission (EC) has sent shockwaves throughout the country. According to reports, the attack went on for 14 months and was conducted by hostile actors from outside the UK. This is a serious breach of security that could have far-reaching implications for the UK’s electoral process.
The EC is the government body responsible for overseeing elections in the UK. It plays a crucial role in ensuring that the electoral process runs smoothly and that everyone is able to vote freely and securely. As such, it is a prime target for malicious actors looking to disrupt the democratic process or gain access to sensitive data.
The attack on the EC is a reminder of the importance of cyber security. As the world becomes increasingly connected, it is essential that organisations take steps to protect their systems from cyber threats. The UK government is working to ensure that organisations such as the EC have the resources and expertise, they need to defend themselves against cyber-attacks.
In the wake of this attack, it is important that organisations take cyber security seriously and take steps to protect their data. It is also essential that organisations remain vigilant and report any suspicious activity to the authorities. Only then can we ensure that our democratic processes are protected from malicious actors.
Cyber attack on elections body put details of more than 40 million voters at risk.
Details of tens of millions of voters could have been accessed by hackers who targeted the elections watchdog. The Electoral Commission revealed it was targeted by a cyber attack which allowed hostile actors to access electoral registers.