Summary: The Philippine Department of Transportation’s HRIS system has experienced a serious cybersecurity breach, compromising employee records and credentials. Hackers not only defaced the system but also criticized governmental cybersecurity policies, suggesting a lack of competence in protecting critical infrastructure. To date, there has been no response from the government regarding the breach, raising concerns about national cyber defense capabilities.
Affected: Department of Transportation (DOTr), Philippines
Keypoints :
- DOTr’s HRIS system was breached, leading to a leak of employee records and credentials.
- The hacker, LuxurySp1d3r (G1D30N), openly criticized the Philippine government’s cybersecurity leadership.
- No official government response has been issued, highlighting concerns over the country’s cyber defense preparedness.