Albanese government loses national security information in data hack

The Albanese government has admitted sensitive information was lost after a cyber-attack. The hack was allegedly carried out by a Russia-linked hacker. The prime minister’s office, the Reserve Bank of Australia and Australia Post have been confirmed as victims of the hack. Around 62 offices have been confirmed to be included in the breach. The government confirming information lost in the breach includes data relating to national security and law enforcement, legal advice and medical information.