Data breach info from 'dark web' forums can be fake - CICC, DICT
Source: Inquirer
Published on: 2024-11-19 01:45
MANILA, Philippines -- The Cybercrime Investigation and Coordinating Center (CICC) and Department of Information and Communications Technology's (DICT) eGov Development Team advised cybersecurity enthusiasts to exercise caution when reviewing data breach information on the Breach Forums. The agencies shared this statement after CICC Executive Director Alexander K. Ramos revealed that the recent eGovPH hack post was fake. "The Breach Forums user GR3GGM3RC3R we are investigating, who claimed to hack the eGovPH app, is a scammer and not a real hacker," Ramos said. "He's attempting to defraud forum members by falsely claiming possession of sensitive data," he added. READ: CICC protects the Philippines from cyber threats DICT Undersecretary for E-Government David Almirol gave assurance to the public that the eGovPH app has multiple security measures ensuring its safety. "Aside from the ...
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