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Nu.nl tech Wetenschap 08 October 2026

Public Prosecution Service Vulnerable to Cyber Breaches for Years

Public Prosecution Service Vulnerable to Cyber Breaches for Years

Recent research shows that the Public Prosecution Service (OM) was poorly prepared for cyberattacks for years. Despite repeated warnings to strengthen the security of IT systems, vulnerabilities went unnoticed. It seems to be a question of when, not if, the OM would become a victim of a cyber breach.

The breach of the OM's computer systems that occurred last year has raised more serious concerns about cybersecurity in law enforcement. This situation underscores the importance of proactive measures and timely implementation of improvements to security policies.

Experts point out that the OM is not the only organization facing these challenges; many government institutions are dealing with similar issues. Cybercriminals are becoming increasingly sophisticated, and technological advances bring new risks. Therefore, it is crucial for organizations to continuously review and update their cybersecurity strategies.

The incidents at the OM serve as a wake-up call for other governments and institutions responsible for sensitive information. It is essential that they learn from these experiences and invest in more robust security solutions to minimize the risk of future attacks.

Read the full article from Nu.nl tech Science.