Date: June 5th, 2019 | 21:45:59 WIB
Publication: Cybersecurity Daily
The Whistleblower System of the Ministry of Communication and Information Technology, Indonesia (KOMINFO) website was compromised, with the URL http://wbs.kominfo.go.id/Upload/bs.html being specifically targeted. The attack was executed by the hacker known as vizt3r.
Hacker Details:
- Hacker Name: vizt3r
- Hacker Group: –
Website Details:
- URL: http://wbs.kominfo.go.id/Upload/bs.html
- System: Linux
- Web Server: Unknown
- IP: 202.89.116.99
- Location: Indonesia
Incident Details:
- Proof of Concept: Known vulnerability (i.e., unpatched system)
- Reason: Heh…just for fun!
- Archive Page: https://defacer.id/mirror/id/66413
- Cyber Attack Report’s Page: https://defacer.id/cyber-attack-report/66413
The attack exploited a known vulnerability in an unpatched system, allowing unauthorized access to the site. This type of vulnerability indicates a lack of updated security measures, which can be exploited by attackers.
The motivation for the attack was described as “just for fun,” suggesting that the hacker’s intent was more about personal amusement than causing harm. This highlights how some breaches may stem from a desire for challenge or recognition rather than malicious intent.