January 11, Colombo (LNW): Authorities have opened a formal investigation after the official website of the Ministry of Public Security was reportedly compromised by outside actors, raising concerns over the security of government digital platforms.
Police sources confirmed that investigators attached to the Criminal Investigation Department (CID) are examining a series of suspicious activities detected on the site, including repeated attempts to gain unauthorised access. The issue came to light after technical monitoring revealed abnormal behaviour affecting the website’s normal operations.
In response, Sri Lanka CERT, working alongside the Information and Communication Technology Agency (ICTA), moved swiftly to stabilise the platform and reinstate full functionality. During the recovery process, officials observed anomalies in the appearance of the national emblem displayed on the site, prompting further scrutiny.
Following directions from the Minister of Public Security, the Ministry Secretary lodged a formal complaint with the CID on January 09, 2026, requesting a comprehensive inquiry into the incident. Investigators have since begun gathering technical evidence and statements as part of the probe.
In parallel with the criminal investigation, the Ministry has initiated its own internal review to assess potential vulnerabilities and determine whether internal protocols were adequately followed. Officials indicated that additional safeguards may be introduced to prevent similar incidents in the future.
