The hacking of thousands of MyCRA accounts has resulted in the shutdown of Canada Revenue Agency’s online account tools, including applications for COVID-19 benefits.
The victims have had their direct deposit information changed, then seen emergency benefit claims made in their name.
It is a troubling reminder of the continuing vulnerability of going all-digital.
Renfrew Nippissing Pembroke Member of Parliament Cheryl Gallant says she isn’t even sure the CRA had any intention of notifying those affected.
Gallant says having the information public means it can come back to bite you at any time in the future.
The MP says the onus is on you to repay the government for monies it supplied to bogus applicants.