Dawn under 'sustained cyber attacks'
JournalismPakistan.com | Published: 22 January 2017
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Dawn has faced ongoing cyber attacks but confirms that no data has been compromised. The organization is enhancing its security measures with assistance from tech giants.Summary
ISLAMABAD - Dawn informed its readers Sunday that it has come under sustained cyber attacks over the last two weeks.
A statement by Dawn.com said once the source is confirmed, Dawn may take necessary action the perpetrators in accordance with law.
“We are working to protect our data and infrastructure against these attacks and are confident that any attempts to hack into our systems will remain unsuccessful,” Jahanzaib Haque, Chief Digital Strategist and Editor Dawn.com said.
He added despite numerous malicious attempts, no data has been compromised or leaked. The paper said it is working to further shore up its systems and networks with Google and Facebook also engaged in the probe.
Key Points
- Dawn has experienced sustained cyber attacks for two weeks.
- No data has been compromised or leaked, according to the management.
- Dawn is working on strengthening its data and infrastructure.
- Officials are engaging with Google and Facebook for assistance.
- Potential legal actions against the perpetrators are being considered.
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