Cybersecurity Incident at Japan AeroSpace Agency (JAXA)
On Wednesday, Japan Aerospace Exploration Agency (JAXA) acknowledged a cyberattack but assured that the breached information did not compromise vital rocket and satellite operations, according to a spokesperson.
Network Vulnerabilities Exploited
The breach was linked to a potential exploitation of vulnerabilities in the network equipment, although specific details regarding the timing of the attack were withheld. JAXA became aware of the unauthorized access after an external organization provided information, triggering an internal investigation. The spokesperson refrained from disclosing the identity of this external organization.
The ongoing investigation involves collaboration between JAXA and relevant authorities. Media reports in Japan indicated that the cyberattack transpired during the summer, with the police notifying JAXA about the incident in the autumn. The initial report on the incident surfaced through the Yomiuri newspaper.
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