The Ministry of Finance stated that from the onset of the cyberattack, its systems have been isolated from those of other government agencies. A dedicated technical team, led by the National Center for Cybersecurity and comprising various entities, was assembled.
Collaborating with a reputable international company specializing in combating cybercrime and relied upon by major private and government entities globally, the team follows a stringent and organized framework to recover from the cyberattack’s impact on September 18, 2023.
They also monitor and professionally manage all developments and aspects related to this incident. The Ministry reaffirms that employee salary data for government agencies is not stored within its systems, and financial transactions for all government agencies are ongoing smoothly.
The Ministry commends the tireless efforts of the national technical team and the Ministry of Finance’s personnel, who have worked ceaselessly since the cyberattack’s inception.
In conclusion, the Ministry encourages individuals to obtain its updates from its official Twitter and Instagram accounts (@MOFKW) and reliable sources. Furthermore, the Ministry reserves the right to take legal actions against individuals disseminating inaccurate news.
