Morocco's Official Response to Jabaroot's Claims

On August 27, 2026, ECSAHARAUI reported the first official reaction from Morocco's security apparatus regarding the dissemination of thousands of personal data claims attributed to the hacking group Jabaroot. The General Directorate of National Security (DGSN) and the General Directorate of Territorial Surveillance (DGST) categorically denied any intrusion into their computer systems or security databases. The Moroccan government asserts that the information released is derived from "old data" stored in databases managed by insurance companies and social and health organizations. However, the statement does not identify these entities or clarify how these files ended up in Jabaroot's possession.

Controversy Surrounding the Data Leak

While the Moroccan authorities declared that some documents and photographs circulating alongside the leaked data are fabricated, they refrained from categorically stating that all released data is false. Instead, they emphasized that their security systems are not connected to publicly accessible internet networks. An investigation is ongoing under the supervision of the Public Prosecutor's office to identify those responsible for creating and disseminating what they deem to be false material. Conversely, Jabaroot claims to have disclosed information pertaining to tens of thousands of members of Moroccan police and intelligence services. ECSAHARAUI, which has been examining the leaked files, asserts that it has identified names linked to the Moroccan diplomatic and consular representation in Spain among the released information. These assertions stem from ECSAHARAUI's investigation and the files attributed to Jabaroot, and do not reflect the official recognition by Moroccan authorities.

What is significant about the official response is not only what it denies but also what it does not deny. While Rabat firmly rejects the notion that Jabaroot infiltrated its security services' systems, it stops short of claiming that the entirety of the names and information released is fabricated. The government's response primarily focuses on attributing part of the information's origin to external databases and condemning specific forgeries. Consequently, the issue extends beyond whether there was a direct hack of the DGSN or DGST; it also involves determining the authenticity of the disclosed material, its sources, and how it was acquired by Jabaroot.

As reported by noteolvidesdelsaharaoccidental.org.