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AFP launches probe into alleged Philippine Air Force data breach
The Armed Forces of the Philippines said Tuesday it is investigating claims that sensitive military personnel and administrative records were compromised in a cyberattack on the Philippine Air Force. Military cybersecurity units have begun examining the allegations.
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MANILA — The Armed Forces of the Philippines (AFP) confirmed Tuesday it is investigating an alleged data breach affecting the Philippine Air Force (PAF) after online claims emerged that sensitive military personnel and administrative records had been accessed without authorization.
AFP spokesperson Colonel Francel Margareth Padilla stated that military cybersecurity units were examining the allegations to determine the extent and authenticity of the reported breach. The investigation aims to assess what information may have been compromised and identify vulnerabilities in the service's digital infrastructure.
The PAF has not yet released details about the scope of the alleged breach or confirmed which specific records may have been affected. Military officials said they are coordinating with relevant agencies to contain any potential security threats resulting from the incident.
The investigation comes as cybersecurity threats to government institutions across the region have increased in recent years. The AFP did not provide a timeline for when preliminary findings from the probe would be made public.