Critical Software Flaw Exposes Pakistani Businesses to Takeover Risk, CERT Warns

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ISLAMABAD: The National Computer Emergency Response Team has formally launched an investigation into reported cyberattacks targeting multiple private television channels and news websites. According to officials, complaints were received late last night regarding hacking incidents affecting several private broadcasters and online platforms. Authorities said a comprehensive inquiry into the cyberContinue Reading

Cybersecurity on High Alert as National CERT Issues Advisory

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ISLAMABAD: The National Cyber Emergency Response Team has issued a nationwide cyber alert, directing all relevant institutions to enhance digital monitoring and strictly enforce cybersecurity protocols in light of the prevailing situation. In its advisory, the government’s cyber response body stressed that heightened cyber vigilance is imperative to mitigate potentialContinue Reading

PTA Issues Public Advisory Amid Sensitive National Situation ISLAMABAD: The Pakistan Telecommunication Authority (PTA) has issued a public advisory urging citizens to exercise responsibility while using social media and digital platforms in view of the prevailing sensitive national situation. In its statement, the regulator advised the public to refrain from sharing, forwarding or uploading unverified, provocative or misleading content. It stressed that material harmful to national interest, public order or state institutions should not be disseminated. The authority further urged citizens to rely only on authentic and official sources of information before sharing content online, warning against the spread of rumours and fake news. The PTA cautioned that legal action may be taken under relevant laws against individuals found involved in uploading or spreading false information, rumours or misleading material. Calling for caution and seriousness, the regulator appealed to the public to demonstrate responsibility in the national interest.

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ISLAMABAD: The Pakistan Telecommunication Authority (PTA) has issued a public advisory urging citizens to exercise responsibility while using social media and digital platforms in view of the prevailing sensitive national situation. In its statement, the regulator advised the public to refrain from sharing, forwarding or uploading unverified, provocative or misleadingContinue Reading