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ISLAMABAD: The initial report on the Ignite website hacking incident has been submitted to senior officials, uncovering notable inconsistencies in the summary and timeline of the attack. Key details, such as the exact time the breach occurred, its duration, and the timeline for restoring the website, appear to be contradictory, raising concerns about the accuracy of the report.
According to the summary, an unidentified hacker took control of Ignite’s website on February 10, 2025, at 6:30 PM. The hosting provider reportedly detected the breach within 10 minutes, restoring the site shortly after. However, the timeline contradicts this account, indicating that the breach occurred at 5:30 PM, with automated alerts sent out at 6:35 PM. The site was taken offline at 6:40 PM and restored by 6:46 PM, suggesting a longer downtime of about 1 hour and 10 minutes.
Further investigation into the Ignite website hacking incident revealed that multiple hackers, with IP addresses traced to the United Kingdom, Italy, Poland, and Singapore, were involved. Initial findings suggest that the attackers exploited a flaw in the content management system, attempting to access sensitive files. However, it remains unclear if any data was successfully stolen.
Despite the breach, the report indicates that no financial loss occurred and no ransom was demanded. Ignite has assured that additional security measures are being implemented, including enhanced firewall protections, to prevent similar incidents in the future. The organization is collaborating with the National Computer Emergency Response Team (CERT) to strengthen its cybersecurity defenses. As investigations continue, further updates on the Ignite website hacking incident are expected.
