Philippines Maritime Industry Authority web-based systems hit by cyber attack


Four web-based systems belonging to the Maritime Industry Authority (MARINA) were “attacked and compromised” on Sunday, MARINA said Monday.

MARINA said it deployed its concerned officials and employees to its Central Office to “to implement expeditious measure to ensure the protection of the integrity of the systems.”

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Source: MSN News


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