The Indonesian government confirmed that its National Data Center was hit by ransomware, affecting over 210 institutions and disrupting services like immigration and student registration. The ransomware, a variant of LockBit 3.0 called Brain Cipher, led to demands for a ransom of $8 million. This incident highlights the vulnerabilities in Indonesia’s digital infrastructure and raises questions about the country’s cybersecurity measures. Despite the significant disruption, the government has not disclosed if they will pay the ransom. This breach serves as a cautionary tale for other countries to strengthen their cybersecurity defenses in the face of evolving cyber threats.
https://www.theregister.com/2024/06/24/indonesia_datacenter_ransomware/