THE House of Representatives voluntarily taken offline its website again after “suspicious and unusual activities” were detected, just two days after it was hacked last Sunday.
In a press statement, it said “We regret to inform the public that the official website of the House of Representatives has been voluntarily taken off once again,” the lower chamber said in a statement. “Despite our recent enhancements, we have detected suspicious and unusual activities that necessitate further scrutiny,”
“This action has been taken as a precautionary measure to double-check and reinforce the cybersecurity measures we have undertaken, ensuring no vulnerabilities remain,” it added.
“We understand the inconvenience this might cause and appreciate the public’s patience and understanding as we work diligently to address these concerns. Our commitment to transparency and open communication remains unwavering, and we will provide updates as soon as we have more information,” read the statement.
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