Port of Santos investigates hacker attack and increases security

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The Port Authority of Santos (APS) is investigating a potential hacker attack affecting its digital systems.
System unavailability began on Friday following a power outage that impacted the company's servers.
Authorities are working to determine if cybercriminals accessed stored information.
The president of APS stated there's no certainty of a hacker attack, as cybercriminals sometimes claim responsibility for unrelated system issues.
Contingency procedures are in place to maintain services and reduce the impact of unavailability.
IT teams, third-party companies, and Serpro are involved in system recovery, utilizing backups.
Port operations, including ship movement and land access, are functioning despite digital failures.
Internet and telephony services were restored on Monday, but the institutional website and internal platforms remain unavailable.
The State Commission for Public Security in Ports, Terminals, and Navigable Waterways of São Paulo (Cesportos-SP) raised public access protection to level 2.
This measure reinforces entry and exit controls for people and vehicles, especially concerning the gate systems.
The Federal Police are investigating the possible cyber intrusion, and the National Data Protection Agency (ANPD) is monitoring the case.
APS has reinforced Port Guard teams and is using alternative controls for services and administrative activities.

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