Massive Intelligence Leak in Morocco: Rabat Denies Intrusion and Blames External Sources
In recent days, a group or individual known as Jabaroot has been making headlines after releasing a list purportedly containing names of Moroccan spies scattered around the globe. In response to the dissemination of personal data on the internet, Moroccan security authorities have issued a firm denial. The General Directorate of National Security (DGSN) and the General Directorate of Territorial Surveillance (DGST), through a statement released via MAP (Maghreb Arabe Presse), assert that no intrusion has occurred within their information systems or security databases.
The two principal institutions maintain that their platforms adhere to "the most stringent cybersecurity standards" and categorically deny that the leaked information resulted from any illicit access to their networks. They claim that the personal data shared online is not a product of intrusion but rather stems from outdated information sourced from external databases managed by third parties, including insurance companies and social and health organizations.
This official message aims to confine the scope of the incident to external environments, attempting to dissociate the DGSN and DGST from the alleged breach and convey that Jabaroot does not pose a threat. However, the statement falls short of clarifying which platforms might have been affected or detailing the methods used to acquire the material, although it insists that the data does not originate from systems directly controlled by security agencies.
Justice Minister Abdellatif Ouahbi has indicated that discussions are underway regarding the potential suspension of the extradition agreement between Morocco and Spain.
Allegations of Document Forgery by Hackers
Moreover, the statement extends beyond denying an intrusion; it also warns against the circulation of materials that, according to the joint unit, are being used deceptively. Specifically, it cautions against the alleged frequent circulation of manipulated photographs, presented "maliciously" as if they depict officials from various security services. Additionally, they assert that forged and fraudulent documents are being distributed as if they were legitimate security files.
The DGSN and DGST joint unit claims there are clear signs of forgery. Among these signs, it mentions the use of military uniforms and ranks that reportedly do not exist in Morocco or are not employed by the DGSN. They also highlight that the leaked documents contain incorrect visual identities and "flagrant" grammatical errors, elements that suggest a deliberate attempt to fabricate evidence and bolster false narratives regarding an alleged intrusion.
In this light, the joint unit refutes any information claiming that a security data system has been compromised and emphasizes that such platforms are not connected to networks accessible via the internet. Simultaneously, it asserts that investigations are ongoing under the supervision of the competent prosecutor's office, aiming to identify and apprehend all individuals involved in the fabrication, production, and public dissemination of this information, which they classify as false.
As reported by infobae.com.
