The Criminal Investigation Department (CID) has launched an inquiry following reports that the official website of the Ministry of Public Security was targeted by external parties.
According to a statement issued by the Police Media Division, several instances of unauthorized access to the website have been detected.
The Police further stated that the Sri Lanka Computer Emergency Readiness Team (CERT) and the Information and Communication Technology Agency (ICTA) have taken necessary measures to restore the website and strengthen its security.
Investigations are currently underway to identify those responsible for the cyber intrusion.
