Minister Nalinda Jayatissa said that a recent data breach involving a leading private bank in Sri Lanka was not discussed during this week’s Cabinet meeting.
Responding to questions on what experts described as possibly the largest data breach in the country’s history, Jayatissa said, “The Cabinet of Ministers did not take up the issue at the recent meeting, but I believe it may have been addressed by the Security Council.”
In March, Cargills Bank informed its customers of a “cybersecurity event” that reportedly involved a significant breach of sensitive personal data.
Jayatissa acknowledged the growing concern around cybersecurity and admitted that current legislation is inadequate.
“The government is actively working to strengthen cybersecurity, especially around state digital infrastructure. The Ministry of Digital Economy is focusing on this matter in particular,” he said. (Newswire)
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