[qodef_dropcaps type=”square” color=”” background_color=”#4472c4″]M[/qodef_dropcaps]arch 2020 was a month filled with surprises, and one of them was the cyber attack on the Australian Taxation Office (ATO). The attack resulted in the theft of personal data of thousands of taxpayers, and the attackers were believed to be state-sponsored.   The news of the attack came as a shock to many Australians, who had always believed that their personal data was safe in the hands of the ATO. But as it turns out, no one is immune to cyber attacks, not even government agencies. The ATO quickly sprang into action, launching an investigation into the incident and working to secure its systems. They also set up a dedicated website and hotline to provide information and support to affected taxpayers.   But while the ATO was busy dealing with the aftermath of the attack, the internet was having a field day with memes and jokes about the incident. Social media was awash with hilarious memes poking fun at the situation, with many comparing the ATO to a leaky sieve. One popular meme showed a cartoon character trying to plug holes in a dam, with the caption “ATO IT department trying to fix their security breaches.” Another showed a picture of a man holding a sign that read, “ATO: Because your personal data is worth less than a cent.” While the situation was certainly no laughing matter, it’s always important to find the humour in difficult situations. And in this case, the internet did not disappoint.   In conclusion, the cyber attack on the ATO serves as a reminder that no one is immune to cyber-attacks and that personal data is a valuable commodity to hackers. It’s also a reminder to be vigilant and protect our personal information. Even though the attack was a serious matter, we should always try to find some humour in every situation and use it as a way to cope with the stress it brings.