Taipei: The Government Service Network of the Executive Yuan is facing an alarming frequency of cyberattacks, with over 2.8 million incidents reported daily on average this year, as revealed in a document submitted by the National Security Bureau (NSB) to the Legislative Yuan.
According to Focus Taiwan, the NSB’s document, which was sent to lawmakers ahead of an upcoming legislative committee hearing, highlights that hackers are primarily targeting critical infrastructure projects and sensitive information related to the government’s overseas collaborations. The cyber intrusions are aimed at gathering sensitive data and manipulating key infrastructure developments, focusing on areas such as national defense, foreign affairs, and communications.
Beyond the cyberattacks, Taiwan’s intelligence agencies have identified over 1.5 million pieces of controversial information posted by more than 10,800 abnormal online accounts this year. The NSB attributes these activities to China, asserting that the Chinese Commun
ist Party (CCP) is using these accounts to “use Taiwan to attack Taiwan” and to amplify their attacks by reproducing misleading content.
The NSB report indicates that these accounts, often disguised as forums and Facebook profiles, are disseminating false information to sway public opinion, exacerbate internal divisions in Taiwan, promote China, and foster distrust towards the United States.
Furthermore, the NSB disclosed that 24 individuals, including 13 retired and active military officers, have been indicted for espionage by the end of September 2025. These cases predominantly involve former officers who attempted to recruit active officers to gather confidential government information.
The NSB also assessed China’s cyber tactics, noting that the People’s Liberation Army (PLA), along with China’s national security and police agencies, has organized a concerted network, forming a cyber army with the public to launch attacks on Taiwan and secure sensitive information. This strategy involves a blend of cov
ert infiltration and political manipulation, aiming to erode the Taiwanese public’s trust in their government through psychological operations.
With local government elections approaching in 2026, the NSB anticipates that the CCP will escalate its efforts to interfere in Taiwan’s internal affairs. The bureau pledged to scrutinize any irregularities during the election period to ensure a smooth electoral process.
