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17th April 2024 Issue no. 701

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Hackers could be running company computers, GCHQ chief warns

Iain Lobban, director of the intelligence agency, said too many businesses have "misplaced" confidence over their security against cyber attacks and need to take the threat more seriously. He said some may not realise their systems have already been compromised, sensitive information stolen or even have their entire network until the control of criminals.

The agency revealed one, unnamed, security firm that ran large Government contracts went bankrupt after hackers released sensitive emails and data.

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