The Federal Tax Ombudsman has uncovered a significant cyber intrusion that allowed unauthorized access to a taxpayer's IRIS profile, resulting in fraudulent adjustments totaling Rs. 74.8 million. The breach involved the manipulation of sales tax returns and the introduction of fake supplies worth Rs. 415.6 million, effectively nullifying the taxpayer's carry-forward input tax credit. Investigations suggest a wider organized network may be involved, with potential insider facilitation from individuals linked to the Federal Board of Revenue and Pakistan Revenue Automation Limited. Authorities are tracing fraudulent activities across major cities, and legal proceedings against identified beneficiaries are underway.
BUSINESSPublished 29 Apr 2026 • Published 23h ago
Federal Tax Ombudsman Cyber Intrusion Fraud Affecting Pakistan Tax System
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A major cyber intrusion into Pakistan's tax system has led to fraudulent adjustments of Rs. 74.8 million, prompting the Federal Tax Ombudsman to initiate a detailed investigation. The Pakistan Tax Bar Association's proposals for system upgrades and improved governance are now more urgent than ever.
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