B.C. Premier David Eby revealed sophisticated cybersecurity incidents in government networks, prompting immediate password changes for all employees. The government, collaborating with the Canadian Centre for Cyber Security, is investigating, assuring no evidence of compromised sensitive data.
The Office of the Information and Privacy Commissioner has been notified, promising transparent updates to the public. Despite recent cybersecurity events in B.C., such as attempted library extortion and a London Drugs breach, no direct links have been established, but investigations are ongoing.