The RCMP is grappling with a significant cyber threat, coinciding with a warning from Canada's cybersecurity agency. (IT World Canada)


February 24, 2024

The Royal Canadian Mounted Police (RCMP) is currently grappling with a significant cyber attack, the source of which remains undisclosed. The RCMP informed CBC News today that the scale of this breach is concerning. According to a spokesperson for the RCMP, the situation is unfolding rapidly, but as of now, there is no discernible impact on RCMP operations, nor is there any known threat to the safety and security of Canadians.

The RCMP has been proactive in implementing measures to identify and counter such threats. As per information shared with CBC News, the RCMP's websites have not been compromised thus far. However, it is noteworthy that this incident coincides with a warning from Canada's Communications Security Establishment (CSE), the government's cybersecurity and electronic surveillance agency. The CSE has cautioned IT departments to remain vigilant, particularly due to the upcoming second anniversary of Russia's invasion of Ukraine, which falls on Saturday. There is a concern that Russian government-affiliated threat actors or sympathetic groups may exploit this occasion by launching cyber attacks against countries supporting Ukraine. The CSE has highlighted potential activities ranging from website defacement and denial of service attacks to more severe actions.

It is pertinent to mention that the RCMP was recently involved in the dismantling of the LockBit ransomware gang, underscoring its active role in combating cyber threats. In response to queries seeking additional information, Marie-Eve Breton, an RCMP media relations officer, reiterated the statement provided to CBC News. Breton emphasized that while the breach is of significant concern, the swift response and mitigation strategies employed by the RCMP underscore the agency's efforts to detect and prevent such threats.

When asked about the nature of the breach, whether it involved hardware damage, or if it was a ransomware attack, Breton declined to provide further details, citing ongoing cyber and criminal investigations. She reiterated that, as of now, there is no impact on RCMP operations or any known threat to the safety and security of Canadians. Additionally, there have been no reported impacts on the safety and security of partners within Canada or abroad.

In summary, the RCMP is currently dealing with a serious cyber attack, the details of which are still being investigated. Despite the alarming nature of the breach, the RCMP's swift response and mitigation efforts have thus far prevented any discernible impact on its operations or the safety and security of Canadians. The incident is being closely monitored, and the RCMP is working diligently to address the situation and prevent future threats.

How useful was this post?

Click on a star to rate it!

Average rating 0 / 5. Vote count: 0

No votes so far! Be the first to rate this post.

You may also like

Bitcoin Investor Buys an Entire SpaceX Flight for the Ultimate Polar Adventure

A bold new chapter in space tourism unfolded as Chun Wang, a Bitcoin investor and entrepreneur, launched into orbit on....

Elon Musk’s xAI Acquires X in $33 Billion Stock Deal

Elon Musk’s artificial intelligence startup, xAI, has officially taken over his social media platform, X, in a deal valued at....

Trump Considers Lowering Tariffs to Seal TikTok Deal

Former U.S. President Donald Trump signalled on Wednesday that he might reduce tariffs on China to facilitate the sale of....

U.S. Robotics Firms Urge National Strategy to Compete China

American robotics companies are calling for a national U.S. robotics strategy to strengthen the industry and maintain a competitive edge....

Waymo Plans Self-Driving Taxi Service in Washington by 2026

Alphabet’s autonomous taxi service, Waymo, is expanding to Washington, D.C., with plans to launch in 2026. The announcement, made on....

Trump Aides Used Signal for Secret War Talks – What to Know

Top officials from the Trump administration reportedly used the encrypted messaging app Signal to discuss military plans, sparking concerns over....

PsiQuantum Secures $750M to Advance Quantum Computing

According to sources, Quantum computing startup PsiQuantum is securing at least $750 million in funding, pushing its valuation to $6....

Are We Ready to Mine Metals from Space? The Future of Asteroid Mining

Asteroid Mining: A Sci-Fi Dream or an Inevitable Future? For decades, space enthusiasts and scientists have imagined a future where....

Nvidia CEO Surprised By Public Quantum Computing Companies

Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang admitted he was unaware that publicly traded quantum computing firms existed when he previously commented on....

Tesla Faces Crisis: Cybertruck Recall & Musk’s Trump Ties

Tesla and its CEO Elon Musk are in hot water as controversy swirls around the company. One of Tesla’s strongest....

Humanoid Robots Could Arrive Sooner Than Expected, Says Nvidia CEO

The world may be closer to a robotics revolution than most people think. Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang believes humanoid robots....

Nvidia’s AI Vision: Jensen Huang Unveils Future at GTC 2025

Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang took center stage at the GTC 2025 conference, often dubbed “AI Woodstock,” to discuss the rapid....