Information Security News

HKCERT Capture The Flag Challenge 2026, jointly organised by the Digital Policy Office (DPO), the Hong Kong Productivity Council (HKPC), and the Hong Kong Computer Emergency Response Team Coordination Centre (HKCERT), is now in its seventh edition and has grown into one of Hong Kong’s largest and most prestigious cybersecurity competitions.

The Hong Kong Computer Emergency Response Team Coordination Centre (HKCERT) is organising a series of four free Cantonese webinars for SMEs, with one webinar held each month from August to November 2026.

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To raise public awareness of cyber security and enhance understanding of the cyber risks brought about by emerging technologies, common cyber threats and related protective measures, the Digital Policy Office (DPO) and the Hong Kong Computer Emergency Response Team Coordination Centre (HKCERT) are jointly organising the “Innovate with Grace, Peace in Cyberspace" interactive prize game. Through fun and engaging activities, participants can learn about different types of cyber threats and acquire practical cyber security knowledge and protection tips.

This seminar features expert talks on the safe use of AI, the latest cyber threats and relevant defence measures to deepen participants’ cybersecurity awareness. Additionally, the award ceremony will recognise winners of the AI-Generated Four-Panel Comic Contest for their creativity and innovative use of AI tools to spread cybersecurity messages.

In response to a social media post criticising a $250 fee charged to diabetic patients attending a talk and alleging overcharging, the spokesperson for the Hospital Authority (HA) made the following clarification today (August 29).

The Office of the Privacy Commissioner for Personal Data (PCPD) and the Digital Policy Office (DPO) jointly launched the Safeguarding Personal Data AI Sandbox (Sandbox). The Sandbox aims to provide a collaborative platform for participating schools, AI solution suppliers, the PCPD, the DPO, the Hong Kong Cyberport (Cyberport) and the Hong Kong Productivity Council (HKPC), with a view to fostering innovation while facilitating compliance with the relevant requirements of the Personal Data (Privacy) Ordinance and promoting the safe and responsible adoption of AI technologies.

To further raise public awareness of cybersecurity, the Digital Policy Office (DPO), the Hong Kong Police Force and the Hong Kong Computer Emergency Response Team Coordination Centre jointly launched the "Innovate with Grace, Peace in Cyberspace" tram promotion campaign today (August 28).

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To further enhance public awareness of cybersecurity, the Hong Kong Computer Emergency Response Team Coordination Centre (HKCERT), the Digital Policy Office, and the Hong Kong Police Force today held the "Innovate with Grace, Peace in Cyberspace" Tram Promotion Launching Ceremony at the Whitty Street Tram Depot. Starting today until 24 September, two thematic trams will serve as "mobile cybersecurity education stations", touring Hong Kong Island for four weeks. Featuring winning entries from the AI-Generated Four-Panel Comic Contest and practical anti-scam tips, the trams aim to bring cybersecurity knowledge into the community and help citizens enhance their scam prevention capabilities in the AI era.

F5 has published security advisories to address multiple vulnerabilities in F5 Products.

The Hong Kong Monetary Authority (HKMA) wishes to alert members of the public to the press releases issued by the banks listed below relating to fraudulent websites, internet banking login screens, phishing emails or other scams, which have been reported to the HKMA.

The Digital Policy Office (DPO) announced today (August 27) that it will launch four AI Efficacy Enhancement Projects to upgrade 1823 services, and provide all-round support for government departments in applying AI, to drive the "AI+" transformation of public service.

The Office of the Privacy Commissioner for Personal Data (PCPD) today arrested a Chinese male aged 29 in Kowloon. The arrested person was suspected to have disclosed the personal data of the data subject without his consent, in contravention of section 64(3A) of the Personal Data (Privacy) Ordinance (PDPO).

The Asia Pacific Computer Emergency Response Team (APCERT) today has successfully completed its annual drill to test the response capabilities of leading Computer Security Incident Response Teams (CSIRT) among Asia Pacific economies.