Geo News clarifies hacking incident, unauthorised message not linked to channel

Geo News has reported that during the past 24 hours, certain malicious elements attempted to hack the channel’s satellite transmission on Paksat, targeting the prime-time 9 pm bulletin, which attracts the highest global viewership. During the incident, the broadcast screen was disrupted to display an inappropriate message. Geo News emphasises that this message was completely unauthorised and has no connection with the channel. The management has requested authorities to take urgent action, investigate the matter swiftly, and hold the responsible parties accountable. The channel also expressed gratitude to the authorities for their full cooperation and ongoing efforts to resolve the situation. Such incidents highlight vulnerabilities in media transmissions and underline the need for stronger cybersecurity measures. Geo News reassures its viewers that regular broadcasting has resumed and that the content they watch is verified and secure. This incident comes amid ongoing regional tensions, including Pakistan’s diplomatic efforts to de-escalate conflicts in the Middle East, and local developments such as Sindh’s announcement of a two-day holiday for the Holi festival. The channel urges viewers to remain vigilant and rely only on verified news sources for updates.