Unauthorised access disrupts official Garda social media
An Garda Síochána has confirmed unauthorised third-party access to two official social media accounts on the X platform. The force assures no Garda data was compromised and urges the public to avoid engaging with these accounts amid ongoing investigations.
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An Garda Síochána
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An Garda Síochána has revealed that two of its official social media accounts on the X platform, @gardainfo and @gardatraffic, experienced unauthorised third-party access. This breach is confined solely to the X platform, with no evidence of intrusion into other Garda systems.
Officials have emphasised that there has been no loss or impact on Garda data as a result of this incident. However, they strongly caution the public against interacting with any content posted from these accounts or any impersonating profiles, as these may not be legitimate.
An Garda Síochána is actively conducting internal investigations while collaborating closely with the X platform to ascertain how this security lapse occurred. Members of the public are advised to remain vigilant and follow updates from verified sources only.
Officials have emphasised that there has been no loss or impact on Garda data as a result of this incident. However, they strongly caution the public against interacting with any content posted from these accounts or any impersonating profiles, as these may not be legitimate.
An Garda Síochána is actively conducting internal investigations while collaborating closely with the X platform to ascertain how this security lapse occurred. Members of the public are advised to remain vigilant and follow updates from verified sources only.
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