B.C. Government Confirms Cyberattack Compromised 22 Email Inboxes, Employee Files

Jun 3, 2024, 06:42 PM

The British Columbia government has confirmed that a cyberattack has compromised sensitive personal information. Officials report that 22 government email inboxes were accessed, including those containing information on 19 employees. Additionally, at least 19 employee files were accessed by hackers. The attack, which occurred last month, has raised concerns about the security of personal data held by the government. The public safety minister has acknowledged the breach, and it is believed that a state actor may be responsible.