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Sri Lanka discloses another missing payment, days after hackers stole $2.5M from its finance ministry
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Sri Lanka's government has reported another missing payment, adding to the financial turmoil following a recent cyber attack that resulted in the theft of $2.5 million from its finance ministry. These incidents collectively amount to over $3 million lost, highlighting the ongoing vulnerabilities in the country's cybersecurity infrastructure. As Sri Lanka grapples with the aftermath of its 2022 debt crisis, the urgency to enhance its digital security measures becomes increasingly critical to protect against further financial losses and restore confidence in its economic recovery efforts.
The government of Sri Lanka has lost more than $3 million in two recent, separate cybersecurity incidents as the country continues to recover from its 2022 debt crisis.
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