The CRA says it will update some of the wording in its online application for the CRB to "clear up any ambiguity" about eligibility.

Francois Boileau says the CRA has agreed to be understanding with Canadians as the agency shifts back to tax-collection mode after months of doling out emergency aid.

The CRA said the issue has since been solved and it regrets any impact this may have had on would-be applicants.

The Royal Canadian Mounted Police's investigation into the attacks is still ongoing.

'The account was in my name in Orleans, Ontario and in the account was my CPP.'

According to the CRA, direct deposits for CERB applications made between Monday and Wednesday this week were delivered on Friday. 

The agency says it regrets the impacts on Canadians and has modified all its security systems to protect against future cyberattacks.

'Was it more than just my CRA account? Had my identity been stolen? My banking information? I had to check all my other accounts.'

Here's a look at what officials say happened, and what you need to know.

Officials say the RCMP is investigating the breaches.