Groundup.Za Gauteng e-Panic Button Faces Security Incident
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- •Gauteng e-Panic Button app experienced an attempted data breach.
- •GroundUp criticized the government's portrayal of the incident as a sophisticated attack.
- •Sensitive user data was found openly accessible without advanced hacking tools.
The Gauteng Department of e-Government reported an attempted data breach involving its e-Panic Button app, claiming it was swiftly resolved without compromising user data. The department stated that the incident involved a highly specialised cybersecurity organization, which was criticized by GroundUp for misleadingly framing the situation. GroundUp's investigation revealed that the app's database was openly accessible, allowing easy retrieval of sensitive user information without advanced tools. The developers, Evolve Value Added Services, confirmed they addressed the vulnerabilities after being alerted. The department has not yet responded to GroundUp's inquiries following their statement. The e-Panic Button app aims to enhance public safety by connecting residents to emergency services.
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