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Ransomware Attack Cripples Indonesian Government Services

Cyberattack on data centers disrupts immigration and airport operations, affecting 44 agencies; government refuses $8 million ransom demand.

  • The ransomware gang LockBit used Lockbit 3.0 software to execute the attack.
  • Disruptions impacted immigration services and major airports for several days.
  • Five agencies have had their data restored, with efforts ongoing for 39 others.
  • The attack is the worst cyber breach Indonesia has faced in recent years.
  • Authorities assure that national data is secure and are investigating the breach.
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