He further requested internet users to be cautious about cyber attacks and to reset their usernames and passwords regularly. It is not possible to rule out the possibility of hackers using similar or advanced methods to carry out more cyber attacks in the future. Moreover, cyber security also falls under the broader topic of national security, as cyber attacks can be used to cause greater damage, and the Government should raise awareness about this topic more often. He stressed that in order to address this loophole, laws pertaining to cyber security should be strengthened and updated. Cyber attacks can not only affect computer systems, but also a country’s national security as well as the economy.

Source: The Nation February 08, 2021 22:18 UTC