Socso allegedly hit by cyberattack; agency to release statement today

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PETALING JAYA: The Social Security Organisation (Socso) said it is aware of allegations that the agency has been hit by a cybersecurity incident.

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“We are aware and will be releasing a full statement,” a representative said when contacted by LifestyleTech.

On Dec 5, a user posted on BreachForums alleging that personal data had been leaked from Socso.

The post included sample data such as names, addresses, payment methods and mobile numbers.

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The user claimed more samples would be released within 72 hours.

A day later, the user posted a link to a video claiming it’s a recording of a meeting involving Socso’s management team addressing the cybersecurity incident.

– TheStar


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