The Defence Force has cut internet access for staff after a potential vulnerability emerged. Top brass won’t reveal the nature of what was described only as a “potential issue”, but the result is Defence staff have for days been unable to access the internet via their desktop browsers, the Herald has learned. NZ Defence Force (NZDF) chief information officer Air Commodore Carl Nixon said they routinely test their information technology (IT) Systems to ensure they are secure. “Over the summer break we identified a potential issue that required further investigation,” Nixon said. Issues in the Air Force included the phased retirement of its 50-year-old Hercules aircraft before replacements arrive later this year.

Source: Stuff January 11, 2024 21:21 UTC