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Pakistan Senate Warns of Critical Cyber Security Gaps

Pakistan Senate Warns of Critical Cyber Security Gaps
Pakistan’s senate panel flags serious cyber security lapses, warns citizens’ data at risk · thehansindia.com

Pakistan's Senate has warned about serious problems with cyber security in the country.

Important government offices and private companies, like banks, have been hacked, and people's personal information has been stolen.

The Senate says this is happening because the security systems are old and not well-maintained.

Experts are worried because the government is trying to make everything digital, but they are not doing enough to protect people's information.

There are no strong laws to make sure companies keep data safe, and some government actions, like slowing down the internet, might actually make things worse.

This means that both the government and private companies are at risk of being attacked by hackers.

Key facts

Organizations Affected
NADRA, FBR, banks, telecom companies, digital platforms
Data Leak Sources
Outdated security systems, insider negligence, advanced cyberattacks
Current Legal Framework
No comprehensive data protection law
Government Actions
Digital Nation Pakistan Act, internet speed reduction, VPN restrictions
Expert Concerns
Lack of investment, enforcement, and accountability in cyber security

Quotes

Senator Afnanullah Khan

Senator and member of the Senate Standing Committee on Interior

“The situation reflects not just isolated lapses but deep-rooted structural weaknesses in Pakistan’s overall cyber security system.”
thehansindia.com

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