Panama Metro reports cyberattack on its systems

The Metro of Panama, the sole subway system in Central America, has confirmed it experienced a cybersecurity incident. The company is currently investigating the full extent of the breach, which affected a portion of its technological infrastructure. In response, the Metro has immediately activated its established response protocols and implemented containment and mitigation measures.

While the exact date of the incident was not specified, the Metro stated that security measures have been preemptively strengthened to protect its technological infrastructure and institutional information. The organization reiterated its commitment to safeguarding information, ensuring operational continuity, and maintaining transparency with the public, promising timely updates on any relevant developments.

This incident occurs amidst a broader trend of cyberattacks targeting Panamanian state institutions. Earlier this year, entities such as the Social Security Fund and the Ministry of Economy fell victim to hacker attacks. In response to these escalating threats, the Panamanian government established a dedicated 'State Cybersecurity Operations Center' to bolster national cyber defenses.