In a recent cyber attack, the government systems of Gustavo A. Madero, a city of Mexico City, have reportedly been breached by a threat actor going by the name SpaceArmy.
A listing has been posted on a dark web crime marketplace, where a cybercriminal claims to have access to management credentials for various platforms in the city.
These platforms include important infrastructure such as social development, police operations, and system administration.
According to the forum post, SpaceArmy claims to provide access to various sensitive platforms for a certain amount.
They further assert that they have managed to breach a Linux server that holds all the pertinent data.
In a bold move, the threat actor showcased their claims by defacing the government's website, leaving no doubt about their control over the systems.
To further solidify their position, they even went as far as posting data samples to provide undeniable proof of the breach's legitimacy.
The data breach includes the names of military personnel and agents of the Mexican spy service, as well as other crucial government information.
According to SpaceArmy, they were able to access the data without requiring login credentials, as the database was found in an open directory (opendir).
The lack of attention to this important detail enabled the intruder to effortlessly breach the systems.
As of time of writing, the government of Gustavo A. Madero has yet to issue an official statement regarding the breach.
This cyberattack has far-reaching implications, with the potential to compromise the security and operations of various government functions.
The revelation of classified information, especially pertaining to military and intelligence personnel, has sparked major concerns regarding national security.
Potential buyers are left to negotiate as the threat actor has not specified a fixed price for the database and access to the compromised platforms.
Without a set price, it appears that SpaceArmy is willing to entertain offers, which could potentially spark a fierce competition among interested parties on the dark web.
SpaceArmy’s defacement of the government website and the posting of data samples serve as compelling evidence of the breach.
The crime marketplace forum where the listing was posted is known for its illicit activities, adding credibility to the threat actor's claims.