Cybersecurity Attack Analysis Report: Government Website Defacements

Introduction

In recent months, a series of cyberattacks have targeted various government and educational institutions across several nations, resulting in defacements of official websites. This report analyzes the nature of these cyberattacks, the countries affected, and the specific sectors that have been targeted.

Analysis of Attacks

Attacker Summary

1. 0xEv1lS0UL
– Target: taladsai.go.th
– Country Affected: Thailand
– Sector: Government

2. ./Outsiders (multiple attacks)
– Targets:
– slide.pn-siak.go.id
– sipp.pn-siak.go.id
– pn-siak.go.id
– Country Affected: Indonesia
– Sector: Government

3. skk (multiple attacks)
– Targets:
– lpp.um-palembang.ac.id
– feb.um-palembang.ac.id
– birosdm.um-palembang.ac.id
– fkip.um-palembang.ac.id
– Country Affected: Indonesia
– Sector: Education

4. Devil_Star (multiple attacks)
– Targets:
– sditalmachmudah.sch.id
– sekolahbrillikids.sch.id
– lesgo.id
– Country Affected: Indonesia
– Sector: Education

5. X3ND1
– Target: abanksadig.sdnkosapa.sch.id
– Country Affected: Indonesia
– Sector: Education

6. ./FreedomXploit (multiple attacks)
– Targets:
– pagarsatu.mojokertokab.go.id
– suhita2023.mojokertokab.go.id
– Country Affected: Indonesia
– Sector: Government

7. Black Rabbit
– Target: thcsdongphuongyen.edu.vn
– Country Affected: Vietnam
– Sector: Education

8. Inside Alone7 (multiple attacks)
– Targets:
– pgi.edu.in
– pimslko.edu.in
– Country Affected: India
– Sector: Education

9. Irene
– Target: lppm.uika-bogor.ac.id
– Country Affected: Indonesia
– Sector: Education

Summary of Victim Countries and Sectors

– Thailand:
– Sector: Government
– Indonesia:
– Sectors: Government, Education
– Vietnam:
– Sector: Education
– India:
– Sector: Education

Nature of the Attacks

The attacks primarily involved website defacement, wherein the attackers replaced the existing content of the target websites with their own messages, which frequently contained political statements or promotional content for the attackers. This type of attack is usually aimed at demonstrating power, showcasing vulnerability within the targeted systems, or advancing social or political messages.

Conclusion

The frequency and variety of cyberattacks targeting government and educational institutions in multiple countries reflect a significant cybersecurity threat landscape. The attacks predominantly affected Indonesia, with several educational institutions being the focus, highlighting both the critical need for security measures in government systems and the vulnerabilities present within public-facing educational websites.

To enhance the security posture of targeted sectors, it is imperative for organizations to implement robust cybersecurity protocols, conduct regular security assessments, and engage in information-sharing initiatives with governmental cybersecurity agencies. The awareness and preparedness against such attacks can reduce the risk and impact of potential future incidents.