The official website of the Government Printing Office (GPO) in Sri Lanka has been hacked, with unauthorized access resulting in the alteration of data on the site. The breach has raised serious concerns about the security of government-run online platforms.
Sources indicate that the GPO’s website was compromised recently, with several of its pages and content altered or removed. While the full extent of the damage is yet to be confirmed, authorities are concerned about the potential impact on the integrity of public information available on the site.
The Sri Lanka Computer Emergency Response Team (SLCERT) has launched a detailed investigation into the incident. They are working to identify the perpetrators and assess the scale of the damage caused by the hack. As part of their efforts, SLCERT is coordinating with relevant government authorities to recover any altered data and enhance the site’s security.
The hacking incident comes amid rising concerns about the vulnerability of government websites to cyberattacks. Authorities have emphasized the need for stronger cybersecurity protocols to prevent such breaches in the future. Further updates are expected as the investigation into the hacking incident continues.
