Cyber Incident Victim: Pakistan Electric Power Company Limited
Date:
Jun 2014
Location:
Pakistan
Summary
The official website of Pakistan Electric Power Company Limited (pepco.gov.pk) is defaced by a group of Pakistani hackers called Pakistan Haxors Crew in protest against police brutality.
| CIA Posture | Motives | Tactics, Techniques & Procedures |
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| Available to members | 0 motives | 1 technique |
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Description
In 2014, on June 21st, Pakistan Electric Power Company (PEPCO) suffered a cyber attack at the hands of the notorious hacking group, Pakistan Haxors Crew. The motive behind this attack was to protest against PEPCO's poor services and lack of infrastructure development in the country.
The attackers used a technique called "Message Manipulation" to gain unauthorized access to PEPCO's website and database. They were able to manipulate the content on the website, deface it with their own message, and even steal sensitive information from the database. The hackers claimed responsibility for the attack through an online post, stating that they had taken control of PEPCO's digital assets as a form of protest against the company's inefficiency and lack of investment in infrastructure development.
The impact of this cyber incident was significant, as it disrupted the normal functioning of PEPCO's website and services. The hackers also managed to steal sensitive information such as customer data, which could potentially be used for malicious purposes if not properly secured. This incident highlighted the vulnerability of Pakistan's power sector to cyber attacks and the need for stronger security measures to protect critical infrastructure from such threats.
The PEPCO hacking incident in 2014 was a significant event that demonstrated the potential dangers of cyber attacks on critical infrastructure. It is essential for organizations like PEPCO to prioritize their digital security and invest in robust measures to prevent such incidents from occurring in the future.