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To order presentation-ready copies of Toronto Star content for distribution to colleagues, clients or customers, or inquire about permissions/licensing, please go to: www.TorontoStarReprints.com Federal Politics GOV. GEN. MARY SIMON’S OFFICE SAYS ITS INTERNAL NETWORK WAS HACKED RP By Raisa PatelOttawa Bureau Thu., Dec. 2, 2021timer1 min. read JOIN THE CONVERSATION Ottawa—Gov. Gen. Mary Simon’s office has confirmed it was subjected to a hacking attempt, announcing Thursday an incident of “unauthorized access to its internal network.” The Office of the Secretary to the Governor General (OSGG) says it is working with the Canadian Centre for Cyber Security to investigate the matter, including taking immediate action to strengthen its network. “While the nature and the scope of the breach are still under investigation, the OSGG is continuing its work with experts and pursuing further network improvements as needed. 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