Pakistan army claims major cyber attack by Indian intel
The Pakistan military
claimed on Wednesday that the country’s intelligence apparatus had
identified a major cyberattack by Indian intelligence agencies wherein
the cell phones and other devices of Pakistani government officials and
military personnel were hacked.
Inter-Services Public Relations
(ISPR), the Pakistan military’s media arm, said in a statement that an
advisory was being sent to all government departments and institutions
to identify lapses and enhance cybersecurity measures in place.
“The
Indian intelligence apparatus is involved in various cybercrimes,
including deceitful fabrication by hacking personal mobiles and
technical gadgets of government officials and military personnel,” the
ISPR claimed.
The
statement added that various targets of the attack are being
investigated and the army has “further enhanced necessary measures” to
thwart such activities. “Action against violators of standard operating
procedures on cybersecurity will be taken,” the statement added.
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