Several web pages belonging to the Ministry of Justice of Japan were hacked They have been going without access since Monday night and after an alleged incident cyber attack From the hacker group Anonymous in response to the refugee policy of the country, reported the Executive today. A spokesperson for the Ministry of Justice told EFE, “There have been difficulties in accessing various internet sites since last night. Despite the temporary improvement, the problem reappeared earlier today.” amount.
Today, a Twitter account called Anonymous claimed responsibility for the attack, pointing out that it would be a response to the Japanese government’s expulsion of political asylum seekers from the Asian country. “We oppose this inhumane practice and warn the Japanese government. Take care of the refugees! Do not come back!” In another written response, “We will continue to support refugees against these fascist attitudes towards refugees. Japan will always be our target.”
The decision, which affected the homepage of the Ministry of Justice, among others, began at 8:00 PM on Monday (11 GMT in Japanese time) and continued at 13:30 today (04:30 GMT). Japanese citizens are voicing their grievances on Twitter.
On March 24, Japan issued its guidelines on the recognition of refugees; criticizing the country for not being transparent. Japan normally grants a five-year residence permit to persons who have been granted refugee status, with the possibility of later applying for permanent residence if they meet certain requirements. The Asian country has an annual refugee recognition rate that usually does not exceed 4% of applications.