### #CyberIncident #DigitalSecurity #CostaRica
Date Reported: 2024-11-19
Country: Costa Rica
Victim: Dirección General de Migración y Extranjería | General Directorate of Migration and Foreign Affairs | migracion.go.cr
Additional Information :
- The official website of the General Directorate of Migration and Foreign Affairs (DGME) in Costa Rica has been suspended due to a possible cyberattack.
- This action was taken to protect IT systems and prevent user information exposure.
- Users are currently unable to access online services, including passport appointment scheduling.
- Despite the website suspension, DGME offices continue to operate normally.
- Alternatives have been established for users to manage appointments and consultations, including a call center and partnerships with Banco de Costa Rica and Correos de Costa Rica.