August 29, 2018 | Cybersecurity Daily
Incident Overview
On August 29, 2018, at 7:56 PM WIB, the website of the Central Kalimantan Provincial Government’s Multimedia Center (MMC) was defaced by the hacker known as ./Ikari404, associated with the Dark Side Team. The incident involved the unauthorized alteration of the website’s content.
Hacker Details
- Hacker Name: ./Ikari404
- Hacker Group: Dark Side Team
Website Details
- URL: https://mmc.kalteng.go.id/files/source/index.html
- System: Unknown
- Web Server: Nginx
- IP Address: 124.40.255.210
- Location: Indonesia
Incident Details
- Date and Time of Attack: August 29, 2018, 7:56:03 PM WIB
- Proof of Concept: Not available
- Reason for Attack: Not available
Archived Evidence:
- Archive Page: https://defacer.id/mirror/id/31
- Cyber Attack Report’s Page: https://defacer.id/cyber-attack-report/31
Immediate Consequences
- Website Defacement: The MMC website was replaced with a defacement message from ./Ikari404, showcasing the hacker’s logo and a message declaring their actions. This resulted in visible changes to the site’s homepage.
- Site Restoration: The defaced content was promptly removed, and the website was restored to its original state after a brief period of downtime.
Response from MMC
- Security Measures: Following the defacement, the MMC’s IT team took immediate steps to secure their website. This included updating their server configurations and implementing additional security measures.
- Public Statement: The MMC issued a statement acknowledging the defacement and informing the public that the website had been restored. “We have resolved the defacement issue and are reinforcing our security protocols to prevent future occurrences,” the statement read.
Impact and Implications
For MMC: The defacement of the website highlighted vulnerabilities in their web server setup and security protocols. While no sensitive data was reportedly compromised, the incident impacted the website’s appearance and functionality.
For Users: Users of the MMC website experienced temporary disruptions while the site was defaced. There is no indication that personal data or sensitive information was exposed during the incident.
For Cybersecurity Professionals: This incident emphasizes the importance of regular security updates and monitoring for defacement threats. Ensuring that web servers and applications are properly secured is crucial in preventing such breaches.
Next Steps
MMC will focus on:
- Strengthening Security Measures: Enhancing server and application security through regular updates and rigorous security practices.
- Monitoring and Prevention: Increasing monitoring to detect and respond to potential threats more effectively.
- Communication with Users: Keeping users informed about security improvements and any further changes to the website’s security protocols.
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