COLOMBO, Jan. 1 (Xinhua) -- Sri Lanka's national cyber response body has recorded more than 12,650 complaints related to social media misuse and cyber incidents in 2025, indicating growing public exposure to online risks.
The Sri Lanka Computer Emergency Readiness Team (CERT) said the majority of complaints received during the year involved fake and hacked social media accounts, online financial scams, and other forms of digital fraud.
According to the agency, incidents linked to social media platforms continued to dominate reports. Lead information security engineer Charuka Damunupola said that complaints also included cases of cyber harassment, abusive online content, and the spread of false or misleading information.
The agency urged the public to remain vigilant when using digital platforms and take prompt action if they encounter suspicious activity online. The agency encouraged individuals and organizations to report cyber incidents without delay, stressing that early reporting helps limit damage and supports faster response efforts. ■