CERT | Pakistan

ISLAMABAD: The National Computer Emergency Response Team (National CERT) on Tuesday issued a cybersecurity advisory warning that hostile actors may exploit supply chains to target critical national infrastructure, including power, banking, and defence systems. The advisory highlights that even minor lapses during the delivery of hardware and software could trigger large-scale system failures. The alert comes amid growing global concern over supply chain vulnerabilities, where state-sponsored cyber espionage has increasingly extended into logistics and manufacturing stages. CERT cautioned that all hardware deliveries should be treated as potential security risks and subjected to strict inspection protocols. It further warned that unverified software updates could introduce hidden backdoors into the national digital infrastructure, posing long-term security threats. The advisory also flagged vendors with unknown ownership structures as a significant risk factor, urging institutions to ensure transparency and du...

Amid rising regional tensions, Pakistan’s National Computer Emergency Response Team (CERT) has issued a fresh cybersecurity advisory, warning of an increased risk of cyberattacks targeting sensitive institutions across the country.

ISLAMABAD: Multiple Pakistani television channels, websites and mobile applications came under coordinated cyberattacks on Sunday night, prompting the National Computer Emergency Response Team (CERT) to launch a formal investigation. Federal Minister for IT and Telecommunication Shaza Fatima presided over a meeting of the National CERT, which was held in Islamabad on Monday to assess the cyberattacks. Cybersecurity experts and officials reviewed preliminary findings and agreed to initiate a comprehensive probe into the breaches. Authorities said efforts were underway to determine the motive, origin and technical nature of the intrusions. CERT officials assured that a detailed report would be issued once the investigation was completed. The main attack happened at the state-owned satellite of the country, Pak-Sat, as a result of which several TV channels suffered transmission issues. However, no major government or private website was hit. Taking note of the situation, CERT issued an alert and advisory to all ...