The Philippine National Police (PNP) has called on all government institutions to strengthen their digital infrastructure and security protocols following recent cyberattacks on the official websites of both the Senate and the House of Representatives.
PNP Chief Gen. Jose Melencio Nartatez Jr. stated that the breaches highlight the urgent need for robust cyber defenses and closer cooperation among agencies to protect public digital assets.
“This incident serves as a reminder that cybersecurity must remain a top priority for all government agencies. We encourage institutions to regularly review their security protocols, update their systems, and strengthen monitoring mechanisms against evolving cyber threats,” Nartatez stated in a release on Sunday.
The defacement of the House of Representatives website on Saturday occurred just days after a similar cyberattack targeted the Senate. A hacking group claimed responsibility for both incidents, framing the breaches as a protest against state corruption.
In a social media post on June 11, the group “Nullsec Philippines” criticized the government, writing:
“every peso lost to corruption is a meal taken from a family, a classroom left unfinished, and a future denied.” The group further stated, “The Filipino people entrusted you with power, responsibility, and the duty to serve the natio — not personal interests, political dynasties, or corrupt.”
In response to the attacks, Nartatez directed the PNP Anti-Cybercrime Group (ACG) to launch a joint investigation with the IT department of the House of Representatives.
He emphasized that the perpetrators will face prosecution under the country’s cybercrime laws.
“I have directed the ACG to immediately coordinate with the House of Representatives and other relevant agencies to determine the source, method and extent of the website defacement. We will pursue a thorough investigation and ensure that those responsible are identified and held accountable,” he noted.
Nartatez concluded that securing state networks requires a unified, whole-of-government approach focused on proactive prevention, rapid incident response, and continuous inter-agency communication.